Children's Nebraska Awards 2026 Community Impact Grants to Strengthen Housing Stability for Children and Families
Through an 18-month grant cycle, four community partners will help improve child health by addressing one of the most important drivers of wellbeing: stable housing.
July 2, 2026
Investing in Housing Stability for Children
Children's Nebraska has named four regional nonprofit organizations as Community Impact Grant recipients for 2026–2027, reinforcing its commitment to advocate for the health and wellbeing of children. Each organization will receive a $30,000 grant over an 18-month funding cycle to support projects that address social determinants of health and improve health outcomes for children.
A Program Built Around Where Children Live, Learn and Play
Since launching the Community Impact Grant program in 2013, Children's Nebraska has invested nearly $2 million in community partnerships supporting children and families throughout Nebraska and western Iowa.
This grant program is informed by Children Nebraska's Pediatric Community Health Needs Assessment, which identified financial stability, housing stability and food security among the most pressing challenges affecting children's health. Community stakeholders also identified housing as one of the top areas where collaborative investment could make a meaningful impact.
Beyond financial support, all grantees will participate in a collaborative learning network with Children's Nebraska to strengthen partnerships, encourage share best practices and better understand the impact of their work.
"Children's Nebraska is committed to improving child health by partnering with organizations that address the social and environmental factors influencing a family's wellbeing," said Megan Connelly, vice president of Ambulatory Services and Community Outreach at Children's Nebraska. "This year's grant recipients are addressing critical needs in our community, and together we're creating stronger foundations for children and families to thrive."
Meet the 2026–2027 Grant Recipients
While the grant program broadly supports projects addressing social determinants of health, this year's funded initiatives all focus on one critical need: housing stability.
Micah House
Emergency Shelter and Support Services for Children Facing Homelessness
Micah House will provide emergency shelter and supportive services for families experiencing homelessness, helping ensure children have immediate access to safe housing while families work toward long-term stability.
Restoring Dignity
Welcome Home Family Education Program: South Sudanese Outreach
Restoring Dignity will expand culturally responsive housing education for South Sudanese refugee families, helping them safely navigate housing, home maintenance and health-related practices in their new communities.
Stephen Center - Foundations for Growth
Pediatric Occupational Therapy for Children Experiencing Homelessness
Stephen Center will increase access to pediatric occupational therapy services for children living in shelter, supporting developmental milestones and reducing barriers to healthy growth.
Youth Emergency Services (YES)
Stable Homes, Strong Families: Housing Stability for Youth and Their Families
Youth Emergency Services (YES) will expand housing stability services for pregnant and parenting youth and young families, helping create safe, stable homes for parents and their children.
Supporting Children's Health Beyond the Hospital
Research consistently shows that social determinants of health – including stable housing, financial security, access to nutritious food and safe neighborhoods – have a profound influence on children's lifelong health and wellbeing. By investing in trusted community partners addressing these needs, Children's Nebraska is helping build healthier futures for children beyond the walls of the hospital.
Our Commitment to Community Health
Children’s Nebraska is committed to improving the health of children in our community by investing in programs and resources that create a positive and healthy future for kids and families. Learn More about community benefit and engagement at Children's.
