City Impact

The Jewish Federation of Omaha is a non-profit organization dedicated to building and sustaining a strong and vibrant Jewish community in Omaha, Nebraska. They provide support and resources to Jews in Israel and around the world, and offer a wide range of programs and services for Jewish youth, families, and seniors. With a focus on community engagement, critical support, and inspiring change, the Jewish Federation of Omaha strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. Through their various agencies and partnerships, such as the Institute for Holocaust Education and the Jewish Community Relations Council, the Jewish Federation of Omaha advocates, educates, and collaborates to ensure the safety and well-being of Jews and marginalized communities. They also promote health and wellness through the Jewish Community Center, offering facilities and programs that promote physical, social, and emotional well-being. Additionally, the Jewish Federation of Omaha fosters meaningful connections to Israel through their Israel Global Connection program, providing travel experiences and partnerships with international organizations.Generated from the website

Established in 1892, Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska is a faith-based, full-service social care organization that serves more than 35,000 individuals and families annually through its various educational and health care programs. It provides child sexual abuse prevention and addiction treatment services. The organization offers individual, group and family counseling services for children and adolescents with sexual behavior disorders. It specializes in parenting education, anger management and foster care services. Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska provides health status evaluation, medical intervention and adoption services, as well as one-on-one and community therapies. It also offers housing options, behavior management, and assisted and independent living services. The organization conducts various health awareness campaigns, workshops and seminars, as well as provides training for the development of life, coping, relapse prevention and disaster response skills. It is accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Children and Family Services. Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska maintains a presence in Omaha, Neb.

SpecialtiesHeadquartered in Lincoln, the Nebraska Cancer Research Center has been a leader in cutting-edge cancer research since 1984. At NCRC, we provide local access to clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute. Since our inception, thousands of volunteers have participated in treatment, prevention and control trials through NCRC, helping us identify more effective cancer treatments and improve the quality of life for cancer patients.The Nebraska Cancer Research Center typically has 35 to 40 open clinical trials at any given time. Our trials encompass various forms of cancer, including: breast, brain, prostate, renal, neck and lung.As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we receive partial funding from the two local hospitals as well as the Missouri Valley Cancer Consortium. Donations from local trusts, organizations, and individuals make it possible for us to continue to make a difference in cancer research.