
We believe in Nebraska
The Sherwood Foundation provides grants that help make Nebraska a more equitable place to live, work, learn, and play.

Investing in Nebraska
The Sherwood Foundation doubles down on our values of equity, social justice, and shared humanity by making grants in Nebraska to organizations with missions we love and people we trust.
what WE FUND
The Sherwood Foundation funds nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, large and small, in or serving Nebraska that have values aligned with our own. Learn more »

STATEWIDE IMPACT
Since 2006, The Sherwood Foundation has given grants totaling more than $2.1 billion to more than 50 communities across Nebraska.
Our Values
The Sherwood Foundation values equity and social justice with a generous heart for women and children. Learn more about Sherwood values and history »

Application Timeline
GRANT CYCLE | DATES | NOTES |
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Operating Grants | This grant cycle is currently closed. | Program Grants fund a specific program within your organization and are restricted funds, meaning they can only be spent on the program for which you submitted the grant. |
Program Grants | Accepting grants from February 1 through noon CST on February 28, 2025. | Operating Grants fund your organization’s work broadly and are unrestricted, meaning the grant funds can be used to pay for expenditures that support your mission. |
Capital Grants | Accepting grants from February 1 through noon CST on February 28, 2025 | Capital Grants fund land purchase and/or construction for new buildings; renovation on existing buildings or grounds; or significant equipment or other long-term asset purchases. |