The Claire M Hubbard Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes. Its mission centers on environmental conservation, health and wellness initiatives, and support for Native American organizations, reflecting a commitment to community and ecological well-being. The foundation provides funding to a diverse range of recipients, including community foundations, educational programs, and health services, with a notable focus on organizations that promote environmental sustainability and STEM education. While it primarily operates in Nebraska, its support extends to organizations in other states as well.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A Nebraska-based nonprofit or large local institution (environmental, cultural, or community foundation partner) with capacity for sizable awards and existing ties to local philanthropists or intermediaries.
Good Fit
- • Located in Nebraska or serving a clear local/regional constituency
- • Work in environment/conservation, major cultural institutions, or community initiatives
- • Ability to accept and manage large, unrestricted or capital grants
- • Existing relationships with the Omaha Community Foundation, local donors, or foundation board members
- • Projects that align with fellowship, general operating, or donor-advised fund distributions
Geography
Observed giving is heavily concentrated in one state: about 96% of 2023 dollars went to organizations in the foundation's home state, with only one small out-of-state grant.
Recipient Variety
Across the three-year record the foundation has funded many distinct organizations (notably 39 recipients in 2021) but the most recent year shows a small set of four recipients, so overall recipient breadth is mixed rather than clearly broad or tiny.
New Applicants
The foundation states it only funds preselected applicants and has no public website, but the latest year included three new recipients, so unsolicited applicants appear unlikely to succeed without referral or introduction.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
