Flexible Operating & Program Grant for Nonprofits

• Grant award up to $20,000
• Flexible funding applicable to operations, programs, or capital projects
• Simple application process — no grant writer required

• Online application via Blackbaud Award Management platform (account required)
• Financial statements
• Responses to application questions (community impact, equity and inclusion, organization size/financial stability, reputation)
• Simple evaluation report one year after grant award

• Must be a 501(c)(3) public charity or other IRS-recognized organization eligible to receive tax-deductible gifts
• Must be located in or provide services in Lincoln/Lancaster County, Nebraska
• Must not discriminate as to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, creed, or ethnic group
• Applications will not be considered for religious or political purposes
• May apply for only one Open Door Grant per calendar year

To Cultivate Lincoln Philanthropy and Stewardship for Today and Tomorrow