OMAHA- The city of Omaha has announced an additional 54 local nonprofits that will receive a piece of the ARPA funding.

The organizations that collectively will get $15 million were selected for their direct response to negative economic impacts of COVID-19. A total of 244 applications were received.

“We have the opportunity to provide direct aid to organizations that support individuals and families,” said Mayor Jean Stothert.

The United Way of the Midlands and the Omaha Community Foundation were tapped earlier by the city to select worthy nonprofits. The two organizations chose programs that address basic needs, including access to food, shelter, health care and financial literacy. They chose programs also that focus on youth, mental health and employment services.

Shawna Forsberg, president and CEO of the local United Way, said the pandemic exposed barriers and widened gaps but also highlighted the resiliency of nonprofits and the populations they serve.

“This unique and impactful funding will strengthen our collective ability to respond and recover from the challenges presented by COVID,” she said.

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