Scholarships
OPPORTUNITIES
The Kearney Area Community Foundation manages over 30 scholarship funds. The crtieria for these scholarships are varied, so please take a moment to search our scholarships to determine if you are eligible to apply.
Using the command "ctrl f" search for scholarships, your school or county.
OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarship forms are not availble using a mobile devise. Please check out our current scholarships using desktop view. There you will have the ability to download the following PDF and Word documents for each scholarship.
Scholarships
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Give Kearney Now, powered by the Kearney Area Community Foundation (KACF), is a grassroots effort to support local nonprofits affected by COVID-19. The goal is to help raise funds for local nonprofits who are working on the front lines during this COVID-19 pandemic, as well as those affected due to loss of revenue or an increase in expenses.
Donors can support local nonprofits by donating directly to their favorite charities online. Here, donors can view the 43 local nonprofits participating in Give Kearney Now. Each participating nonprofit is listed with a link to their organization’s website and donation page.
KACF would like to encourage donors to support our local nonprofits who are committed to act with fierce urgency to support the people and communities hit hardest by the impact of COVID-19.
WHAT IT IS
SUPPORT THESE LOCAL NONPROFITS
American Red Cross
Alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers.
Archway
Preserves the unique history of Central Nebraska and the Great Platte River Road.
Buffalo County Community Partners
Assesses, strengthens and promotes the health of Buffalo County communities.
Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska
Provides program resources to alleviate poverty conditions and to enhance security for families.
Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum
Preserve and share Buffalo County's vast history through the new Family History Center.
Crane River Theater
Assembles artists from across the country to present theatrical productions and arts education.
East Lawn Mission Trailer
Provides a ministry dedicated to making people's lives better and more productive.
Family Advocacy Network
Assists professionals investigating crimes against children, in particular sexual abuse.
BraveHearts Equine Assisted Psychotherapy & Learning
Uses horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing to individuals, families and groups.
Central Nebraska LOSS Team (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors)
Offers assistance and are first responders to families of loved ones who have died by suicide.
Crossroads Mission Avenue
Provides food, shelter, clothing and hope to homeless men, women and children.
G.W. Frank Museum
Engages diverse audiences with the history and culture of Kearney and the Great Plains region.
GROW Nebraska
Creates sustainable economic development through education, training and marketing.
Kearney Area Animal Shelter
Provides shelter for lost and homeless animals and actively encourages pet population reduction.
Kearney/Buffalo County CASA
Supports and promotes court appointed volunteer advocacy so that every abused or neglected child can be safe, establish permanence, and have the opportunity to thrive.
Kearney Community Theatre
Provides performing theatre and dramatic arts for the community, by the community.
Kearney Housing Development Corporation
Assists low-income families working hard to achieve their goals and overcome obstacles.
Kearney Therapeutic Horseback
Riding Program
Specializing in therapeutic riding for individuals seeking specific physical, social and emotional gains.
Meals on Wheels - Kearney Area
Provides a nutritious meal, friendly visit and safety check to individuals in need.
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Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA)
Collects, preserves, researches, exhibits and interprets the art of Nebraska for diverse audiences.
Peterson Senior Activity Center
Supports the independence of seniors through nutrition, recreation and education.
RESTORE Ministries
Helps restore lives by assisting individuals in the clean up and rebuilding process after disasters.
The Salvation Army
Helps families in need with rent, utilities, food, clothing vouchers, diapers and other necessities.
HelpCare Clinic
Provides medical and behavioral primary care to the uninsured in Buffalo/Kearney counties.
Kearney Area Arts Council
Supports Concerts in the Park, artists in schools and scholarships for art students.
Kearney Catholic High School Foundation
Supports tuition assistance for KCHS families in the Kearney area.
Kearney Concert Association
Provides a resource for premier performances, educational outreach
and cultural enhancement.
Kearney Jubilee Center
Provides supportive services in areas of food, clothing, rent, utility and medication assistance.
Make-A-Wish Nebraska
Grants wishes to local kids with life threatening medical conditions providing hope, strength and joy.
Merryman Performing Arts Center
Strives to be an engine of creativity for youth, a place of enjoyment and affirmation of the arts.
Nebraska Firefighters Museum & Education Center
Educates about fire prevention/safety, preserve firefighting heritage and honor firefighters.
Pumpkin Patch Child Care Center
Provides outstanding care for community children in a safe, clean, Christian environment.
Rowe Sanctuary
Supports the conservation efforts of the Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary along the Platte River.
The Arc of Buffalo County
Committed to helping children and adults with developmental disabilities secure the opportunity to choose and realize their goals.
Hot Meals U.S.A.
Feeds those affected by disasters. They are fast approaching towards 70,000 meals served in Kearney.
Kearney Area Children's Museum
Inspires play, exploration, and discovery through interactive experiences.
Kearney Community Learning Center
Provides food, shelter, clothing and hope to homeless men, women and children.
Kearney Family YMCA
Empowers adult cancer survivors improve capacity through organized programs of fitness and strength.
Kearney Public Schools Foundation
Provides funding for programs and projects which support the education for all KPS students.
McKenna's Rae of Hope
Works towards preventing teen suicide by fostering awareness, resilience and social change.
Mount Carmel Home
Raises funds to renovate their Community Room to enhance the quality of life of their residents.
Pay It Sideways
Provides grants to nonprofits in the Kearney area providing food, rent assistance, utility assistance, medicine, mental health or childcare to those suffering financial hardship due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
R.A.F.T. - Residential Assistance to Families in Transition
Provides a structured program with resources and services to empower families to rebuild their lives.
S.A.F.E. Center
Provides education, awareness and prevention services to stop sexual abuse and domestic violence.
The World Theatre
Seeks donations to remodel their balcony and provide a variety of entertainment to the community.
NOTE: If you are uncomfortable donating online with your credit card, you can still donate by check. Please, click the button "Mailing Addresses" and follow instructions on how check donations are being handled with this online donation campaign.