CHS Foundation Grants for Nebraska Agricultural Education
With a mission to strengthen agricultural education, CHS Foundation provides Nebraska programs with support for ag education, leadership, and career training initiatives. Eligible projects serve high school students through young professionals, and Nebraska organizations offering agricultural education or youth leadership development may be competitive, especially if their programming reaches multiple states or regions.
CHS Foundation
Workforce Training Funding from Coordinating Commission
Low-income Nebraska community college students in short-term, non-Pell-eligible workforce programs can receive financial aid for tuition, training costs, books, equipment, and related fees. Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education channels Gap Assistance funds through the state’s six community colleges, which may support in-demand fields such as agriculture and food processing and other high-need occupations.
Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education
Nebraska Innovative Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs, including those in Nebraska, may be eligible for support to advance new approaches or directions. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to seek invitation-only funding that could also benefit agricultural education efforts addressing community and social needs.
Creag Foundation
Agricultural Innovation Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven startups in Nebraska and beyond can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support; awards Up to US $300,000 for scalable social or environmental solutions. Organizations advancing agricultural education or related food, farming, or rural livelihood initiatives that benefit underserved communities and can grow to reach thousands may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Nebraska Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Nebraska offering arts, science, or STEAM education programs can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million and strong, measurable impact, including K–12 arts or STEM/STEAM education, may be eligible for awards of more than US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Nebraska Education
Nonprofit organizations working on health, education, or community programs in Nebraska can apply for funding to support food pantries, healthcare access, STEM initiatives, and healthy lifestyle efforts. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides grants twice yearly, with requests reviewed in March and September, and U.S.-based 501(c)(3) or equivalent entities may be eligible.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Education Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts programs in countries where Roche operates, including Nebraska via its U.S. affiliate, can seek philanthropic support for innovative, sustainable projects. With a mission to strengthen communities and advance science education, La Roche provides charities with resources, expertise, and employee engagement that may benefit agricultural or STEM-focused education initiatives.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Global Health
Nebraska agricultural education and human services nonprofits can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support health, education, and humanitarian programs for marginalized communities. Organizations working in areas like healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and women’s and children’s health in the U.S. and internationally may be eligible for support.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nebraska agricultural education nonprofits can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust to support charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs serving U.S. communities. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations with tax-exempt status, using all awarded funds within the U.S., and demonstrating strong management and broad impact on their target populations.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nebraska Community Development Funding via Shickley
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Community groups and individuals in Nebraska seeking support for local development, youth leadership, or community enhancement projects may be eligible for grants from Shickley Community Foundation. Grants from Shickley Community Foundation help Nebraska organizations strengthen agricultural roots, education, and economic growth while improving quality of life for residents of all ages.
Shickley Community Foundation
CHS Foundation Support for Nebraska Ag Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Teachers and school administrators in Nebraska and other CHS trade territory states can apply for CHS Foundation’s Teacher Grants, which award up to US $50,000 for classroom-based agricultural education projects. Funding supports experiential learning that engages rural students in agriculture, helping schools launch or expand hands-on ag education initiatives.
CHS Foundation
Farm Credit Services Support for Nebraska Ag Education
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing agricultural education, hunger and nutrition programs, or rural disaster relief in Nebraska can seek funding for community-based projects and facilities. Focused on strengthening rural communities, Farm Credit Services of America offers grants up to US $25,000 for efforts like ag classrooms, FFA projects, food banks, and essential services equipment in its service area.
Farm Credit Services of America, ACA
Sustainable Agriculture Grants for Partnerships from SARE
Applications due Nov 20, 2026
Agricultural professionals partnering with at least three independent farms or ranches in Nebraska can apply for North Central Region SARE’s Partnership Grant Program, with awards up to US $50,000 for on-farm sustainable agriculture research, demonstrations, and education. Grants from North Central Region SARE help Nebraska agricultural education efforts through projects like cropping and grazing trials, value-added processing, marketing, and food security initiatives.
North Central Region SARE
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) organizations seeking project funding in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, primarily to U.S. applicants, for one year of support rather than general operating or debt reduction.
Dr Scholl Foundation
CHS Foundation Grants for Nebraska Agricultural Education
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen agricultural education, CHS Foundation provides Nebraska programs with support for projects that teach the agricultural cooperative business model through education, professional development, and practical experience. Eligible initiatives target middle school through college students or young producers, have state or national reach in the CHS trade area, and fund program-related costs.
CHS Foundation
Hamilton Community Foundation Healthcare Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Feb 16, 2027
Nebraska students pursuing two- or four-year healthcare degrees can receive scholarship support for medical and allied health studies through Hamilton Community Foundation. The Memorial Community Health Scholarship aids graduating seniors from Hamilton County high schools attending accredited Nebraska colleges, which may include students whose agricultural education interests connect to healthcare fields like nutrition or rural health.
Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE)
Beatrice Educational Foundation Scholarship Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Nebraska high school seniors interested in higher education, especially those strong in math, science, technology, or agriculture, can access funding through the Flint Hills Resources Discovery Scholarship. Beatrice Educational Foundation awards a US $1,500 scholarship to a Beatrice High School graduate with at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated leadership, planning postsecondary study.
Beatrice Educational Foundation
Agriculture and Trade Scholarships from Beatrice Educational Foundation
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Beatrice High School seniors in Nebraska planning four-year, agricultural, or vocational studies can apply for Beatrice Educational Foundation’s American Legion Post 27 and Lee Donovan scholarships, each awarding US $500. Funding supports tuition and related costs at accredited colleges, UN-L College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, or vocational trade schools.
Beatrice Educational Foundation
Nebraska Agricultural Education Funding via Nebraska Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Nebraska students pursuing medically related majors at accredited post-secondary institutions can receive more than US $2,000 through the Butler County Clinic Scholarship, part of the Butler County Area Foundation Fund. Focused on higher and medical education, Nebraska Community Foundation supports graduating seniors from select local high schools, which may include those with agricultural education backgrounds moving into health fields.
Nebraska Community Foundation
Nebraska Agricultural Education Funding via Nebraska Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Nebraska students pursuing agricultural or environmental studies can receive scholarship support for accredited post-secondary education through Nebraska Community Foundation. Two $1,000 awards are available annually for resident graduates of David City, Aquinas, or East Butler High Schools, or other schools if residents of Butler County, helping advance agricultural education in Nebraska.
Nebraska Community Foundation
Nebraska Higher Education Funding via Nebraska Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Nebraska students pursuing post-secondary education can access funding through the Butler County Area Foundation Fund Scholarship, which offers US $500 awards for residents of Butler County. Administered by Nebraska Community Foundation, this opportunity may benefit those entering agricultural or related studies at accredited colleges or other higher education institutions.
Nebraska Community Foundation
Beatrice Educational Foundation Support for Nebraska Scholarships
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Graduating high school seniors in Nebraska planning to attend a two- or four-year college can receive US $500 for higher education through the Gage County Agricultural Society Evie Crawford Scholarship. Beatrice Educational Foundation supports academic scholarship programs that may benefit students involved in agricultural education activities like the county fair Premium Auction.
Beatrice Educational Foundation
Agricultural Scholarship Funding from Beatrice Educational Foundation
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Graduating high school seniors in Nebraska planning to study at a two- or four-year college can receive $500 scholarships supporting higher education, especially those active in agricultural events. Beatrice Educational Foundation’s Gage County Agricultural Society Evie Crawford Scholarship recognizes students involved with Gage County Agriculture Society activities and demonstrating community and school support.
Beatrice Educational Foundation
Beatrice Educational Foundation Grants for Nebraska Agricultural Education
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Graduating high school seniors in Nebraska’s Gage County pursuing agriculture or business studies can receive $500 for higher education costs. Focused on agricultural education, Beatrice Educational Foundation invites eligible students with at least a 3.0 GPA and required ACT score to apply based on academic goals, achievements, and school and community involvement.
Beatrice Educational Foundation
Beatrice Educational Foundation Grants for Nebraska Agricultural Education
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing agricultural studies in Nebraska can receive scholarship support for undergraduate education. With a mission to expand learning opportunities, Beatrice Educational Foundation provides $500 Ken Reed Scholarships for students attending UN-L College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources or Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture at Curtis, with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Beatrice Educational Foundation
Union Pacific Foundation Community Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nebraska 501(c)(3) public charities offering safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs can seek US $5,000 - US $30,000 to support direct services and capacity-building projects. Grants from Union Pacific Foundation help organizations in communities served by Union Pacific, including those providing youth development, STEM and vocational training, basic needs, and environmental stewardship efforts.
Union Pacific Foundation
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Agriculture Grants in Nebraska
Applications due Jun 1, 2027
High school seniors and college students pursuing agriculture degrees in Nebraska and the central U.S. can receive scholarship support for higher education. Greater Kansas City Community Foundation provides the Kansas Association of Independent Crop Consultants Scholarship Fund, awarding US $1,000 to students focused on agricultural fields, including those engaged in agricultural education pathways.
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation