The Creche Childhood Education Fund supports innovative educational projects for underserved children up to age 12 in the Omaha metro area, focusing on impactful, creative programming rather than general operations.
Funder: Omaha Community Foundation
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (application opens) | July 15, 2026 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to three grants awarded annually; total pool approximately $25,000; organizations may apply annually but can receive a grant only once every three years.
Summary: Supports innovative educational programming and projects for underserved children up to age 12 in the Omaha metro area; operating expenses are not eligible.
The Creche Childhood Education Fund, managed by the Omaha Community Foundation, provides annual grants to support educational programming and projects that benefit underserved children up to age 12 in the Omaha metropolitan area (Douglas, Sarpy, or Pottawattamie Counties). The fund is rooted in the legacy of the Creche Home for Children and is designed to continue its historic mission of helping children by supporting impactful, innovative educational initiatives. Grants are intended for project or program support and cannot be used for general operating expenses.