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Mutual of Omaha Announces Neighborhood Grant Program
OMAHA, Neb. — (February 1, 2008) Omaha, Neb.--In an effort to support Omaha’s neighborhoods, Mutual of Omaha is offering local neighborhood associations the opportunity to receive funding through the company’s Neighborhood Grant Program.
Beginning today, eligible neighborhood associations can apply for grants to fund projects that strengthen resident participation and promote neighborhood development within at least one of the following categories:
- Beautification/Identity
- Crime Prevention/Safety
- Education
- Health and Wellness
- Parks and Recreation
- Restoration
“We believe that Omaha’s neighborhoods are vital to the health of our community and we’re excited to once again offer neighborhood associations the opportunity to receive funding through our Neighborhood Grant Program,” said Christine Johnson, director of Community Affairs at Mutual of Omaha.
The maximum for grant requests is $5,000. All neighborhood organizations listed in the City of Omaha’s Neighborhood Group Directory are eligible to apply online at www.mutualofomaha.com/about/corporate_support. Grant applications are due by Monday, March 31. The Mutual of Omaha neighborhood grant committee will review applications and notify applicants the first week of June.
Mutual of Omaha is a full-service, multi-line provider of insurance and financial products for individuals, businesses and groups throughout the United States.