The Immanuel Vision Foundation (IVF) proudly announces the distribution of more than $1.5 million in grants to 33 nonprofit organizations across Nebraska and Iowa. These grants, ranging from $12,000 to $75,000 – with one $300,000 catalytic grant – are earmarked to support initiatives enhancing senior programs and community services.
According to Emily Tonniges, Executive Director of the Immanuel Foundations, this round of grant distribution represents a significant milestone for IVF’s ongoing commitment to regional communities. Emily emphasized the foundation’s pride in partnering with organizations dedicated to caring for individuals, especially seniors.
IVF’s cumulative giving since 2015 now totals $21,614,775, reflecting its steadfast dedication to serving the communities in the region.
Among the grant recipients is the Intercultural Senior Center in Omaha, Nebraska. The center was awarded the inaugural catalytic grant for its Senior Self-Care Services Program, which addresses critical needs often overlooked by aging populations.
The grants span various domains, with organizations in Omaha, Bellevue, Fremont, Grant, Winnebago, Lincoln, Council Bluffs, and Des Moines benefitting. Services range from mental health initiatives to dental care and grief support, underscoring IVF’s multifaceted approach to community well-being:
OMAHA, NE
- Alzheimer’s Association Nebraska Chapter – Making Connection to Alzheimer’s Support through Video Storytelling
- At Ease USA – Trauma Relief for Veterans, Service Members, and Their Loved Ones
- Child Saving Institute – Mental Health Services
- Children’s Respite Care Center – Day Health Program for Children with Disabilities Patient Assistance
- Community Alliance – Health & Wellness Program for Those Living with Mental Illness
- Completely KIDS – Children’s Mental Health Services and Camp Hero
- Cornbelt Diabetes Connection, Inc. – Free Screening for Diabetes and Related Conditions in 2024
- Familias en Accion (Interfaith Health Service) – Growing Together, Learning Together
- Go Beyond Nebraska – Homaha and Natural Leaders
- Heart Ministry Center – Monen Healthcare Clinic
- Heartland Family Service – Generations Community Center
- HELP Adult Services – HELP Equipment
- Immigrant Legal Center – Unaccompanied Children Program
- Intercultural Senior Center – Senior Self-Care Services Program
- Latino Center of the Midlands – Healthy Communities: Latino Center Health & Social Integration Initiative
- Legal Aid of Nebraska – ElderAccessLine®
- OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. – Mobile Dental Clinics: Oral Healthcare for Underserved Children
- Project Houseworks – Aging in Place Program
- Radio Talking Book Service – Radio Talking Book Service
- RISE Academy – RISE Reentry Services
- The Collective for Hope – Grief Services Geographic and Capacity Expansion
- Volunteers Assisting Seniors – Senior Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
- Whispering Roots – Senior Produce Prescription Program
- WhyArts, Inc. – WhyArts Senior Engagement Programming
BELLEVUE, NE
- Fontenelle Forest – Senior Engagement 2024
FREMONT, NE
- Rebuilding Together Platte Valley East, Inc. – Seniors Safe at Home
GRANT, NE
- Perkins County Senior Services – Flooring Project
WINNEBAGO, NE
- Ho Chunk Community Development – Sharing Life Stories: A Native American Elder Project
LINCOLN, NE
- Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln – Aging-in-Place Program
- Mourning Hope Grief Center – No One Has to Grieve Alone: Bringing Hope and Healing to Bereaved Adults
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA
- Children’s Square USA – Hope and Healing: CSUSA PMIC Services
DES MOINES, IA
- Dental Connections, Inc. – Nolden Gentry Dental Clinic
- Iowa Legal Aid – Free Legal Services for Seniors (65+) in Polk & Pottawattamie Counties
“We are thrilled to support these organizations as they continue to impact communities across Nebraska and Iowa profoundly,” Emily said. “This funding will contribute to the well-being of seniors and address crucial community needs in emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health.”
As the Immanuel Vision Foundation celebrates this milestone, the broader community is invited to recognize these organizations' remarkable work and the transformative impact of IVF’s support.