The Weitz Family Foundation aims to break the cycle of poverty in Omaha, NE by empowering individuals, agencies, and organizations to create a more equitable and peaceful society. It addresses institutional and systemic injustices and gaps fueling poverty and seeks innovative ideas and social changes to tackle core issues.
The Capacity Building Grants by the Weitz Family Foundation are designed to support innovation and substantial ideas that can bring about social change, by helping to build the infrastructure of organizations, projects, or programs. These grants, starting at $21,000, are aimed at organizations that can use these funds to generate future growth and impact. To be eligible, organizations must have an established relationship with the foundation and go through an in-depth application process, indicating the foundation's preference for projects that have the potential to leverage funding for greater benefits.