Helping founders find community and connections
Capacity-building program for nonprofits through project-based grant writing, marketing, and data support. Delivered by AmeriCorps VISTA members via ServeNebraska in partnership with The Foundry. One-year membership with tailored support projects.
Service
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Lincoln
The Foundry Community
Entrepreneur community program in Norfolk, NE, divided into Students, Starters, and Supporters segments. Offers networking events, peer-group support, mentor connections, and access to the broader Nebraska startup ecosystem.
Community/Networking
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Norfolk
Intersect Coworking and Incubator
Free, confidential one-on-one business coaching by Valley County Economic Development. Connects businesses with financial assistance, mentorship, education workshops, and local resources.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Ord
Ord Area Chamber of Commerce & Valley County Economic Development
Community-funded program connecting food entrepreneurs in Omaha with personalized coaching, resource navigation, and access to the NMEP Food Hub ecosystem. Transitioning to a cohort model; currently accepting interest inquiries.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Omaha
No More Empty Pots
65,000 sq ft neighborhood catalyst facility in North Omaha operated by Seventy Five North Revitalization Corp. Provides below-market commercial space and business incubation for entrepreneurs alongside education, health/wellness, and community programming.
Incubator
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Omaha
Seventy Five North – Highlander Accelerator
Incubation and fiscal sponsorship for young and emerging nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations at The Foundry in downtown Lincoln. Includes coworking space, coaching, community connections, and fiscal sponsorship to support 501(c)(3) formation.
Incubator
in
Lincoln
The Foundry Community
Student-managed internship program pairing high-achieving UNL Honors students with nonprofits, purpose-driven businesses, and government agencies on project-based work. Connects talented students with organizations tackling community needs.
Service
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Lincoln
The Foundry Community
16-week Kauffman Foundation entrepreneurship course offered at No More Empty Pots in North Omaha. Covers business planning, market analysis, financial management, and connects participants to mentors and peers. Weekly Tuesday classes at 2120 N. 30th Street.
Training/Course
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Omaha
No More Empty Pots
8-month community leadership development program in Wayne County, NE, facilitated by Wayne America, Inc. and UNL Extension. Monthly sessions cover communication, entrepreneurship, government, education, demographics, and personality strengths. Est. 2009.
Training/Course
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Wayne
Wayne America, Inc.
Biannual hybrid accelerator for BIPOC-led startups and small businesses in Nebraska and the Midlands. Provides leadership/entrepreneurship training, mentorship, networking, up to $1,000 in seed funds, and a pathway to the Pitch Black competition.
Accelerator
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Omaha
Midlands African Chamber
No-cost, confidential one-on-one business consulting from credentialed SBDC advisors in Lincoln. Covers business planning, financial projections, market research, loan packaging, and more. Part of statewide NBDC/SBA network.
Coaching/Consulting
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Lincoln
Lincoln SBDC
No-cost, confidential one-on-one business consulting from credentialed SBDC advisors at Wayne State College. Serves businesses across northeast Nebraska. Consultations available on campus, at Norfolk Area Chamber, or virtually.
Coaching/Consulting
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Wayne
Wayne SBDC
No-cost, confidential one-on-one business consulting from credentialed SBDC advisors serving Norfolk and northeast Nebraska. Covers business planning, financial projections, market research, loan packaging, and government contracting support.
Coaching/Consulting
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Norfolk
Norfolk SBDC
No-cost, confidential one-on-one business consulting from credentialed SBDC advisors at UNO. Covers business planning, financial projections, market research, loan packaging, exit planning, and more. Part of statewide NBDC/SBA network.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Omaha
Omaha SBDC
Free government contracting technical assistance program of NBDC at UNO. Helps Nebraska businesses find, bid on, and win federal, state, and local contracts. Provides one-on-one consulting, workshops, and BidMatch notification services. DoD-funded.
Service
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Omaha
Nebraska APEX Accelerator
Lincoln-based free government contracting technical assistance from NBDC/APEX Accelerator. Located at Southeast Community College Entrepreneurship Center. Helps Nebraska businesses find and win federal, state, and local contracts.
Service
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Lincoln
Nebraska APEX Accelerator – Lincoln
Community makerspace at Nebraska Innovation Campus (Lincoln) offering 16,000 sq ft of fabrication tools—metal/wood shops, 3D printing, robotics, art studio. Month-to-month memberships with discounts for veterans and students. Training workshops included.
Service
in
Lincoln
Nebraska Innovation Studio
Monthly entrepreneurial community events and workshops at The Commonwealth Omaha coworking space (5425 N 103rd St). Includes mindset training, pitch practice, exposure to successful entrepreneurs, and networking. Free for members; discounted for non-members.
Community/Networking
in
Omaha
The Commonwealth – Omaha
Free government contracting technical assistance for Native American and small businesses, delivered from NICC's Santee Campus. Supports Native-owned businesses with SAM registration, certifications, and government contract preparation. DoD-funded.
Service
in
Niobrara
NICC APEX Accelerator – Santee Campus
Free government contracting technical assistance for Native American and small businesses, run by Nebraska Indian Community College (NICC). Supports tribal and Native-owned businesses with SAM registration, certifications, and contract bid preparation. DoD-funded.
Service
in
Macy
Nebraska APEX Accelerator – Nebraska Indian Community College
12-week, industry-agnostic startup accelerator powered by gener8tor. Invests $100K for 7.5% equity in 6 companies per cohort (spring and fall). Provides one-on-one coaching, mentors, $1M+ in vendor perks, and connections to investors across Nebraska.
Accelerator
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Lincoln
NMotion (powered by gener8tor)
11-month leadership development cohort for mid-to-senior nonprofit professionals in Nebraska and western Iowa. Monthly full-day sessions in Omaha cover organizational, financial, strategic, public, and program leadership.
Training/Course
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Omaha
Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
Grant-supported educational entrepreneurship program at UNeTech using NSF I-Corps-inspired curriculum. Designed for individuals facing barriers to entry. Fellows are matched with UNeTech startup ideas, form mentorship teams, and create business pitches. Currently on hiatus pending new funding.
Training/Course
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Omaha
UNeTech Institute
Free monthly networking and speaker events for women business leaders in Lincoln, NE. A program of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce. Events typically held at a local business venue and include a networking hour plus featured speaker.
Community/Networking
in
Lincoln
RISE Lincoln
Free professional coaching communities for women business leaders in Lincoln, run by certified coaches. Small groups of 8–12 women meet for 6-week sessions focused on leadership, self-awareness, strengths, and professional growth.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Lincoln
RISE Lincoln
10-week youth entrepreneurship and leadership program for at-risk Black, Brown, immigrant, and refugee teens aged 14–19. Participants develop a business plan and compete in a pitch competition. Funded by the Omaha Community Foundation, Sherwood Foundation, and Weitz Foundation.
Training/Course
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Omaha
Midlands African Chamber
Year-long leadership development program for early-career nonprofit professionals in Greater Omaha. A collaboration between NAM and Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Greater Omaha (ynpnGO). Provides mentorship, expert-led discussions, and peer network.
Training/Course
in
Omaha
Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
Free, confidential mentoring and workshops for small business owners and entrepreneurs in Greater Omaha. SBA resource partner and 2025 Nebraska Chapter of the Year. Volunteer mentors cover 62+ industries from startup to scaling.
Coaching/Consulting
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Omaha
SCORE Greater Omaha
Free, confidential mentoring and low-cost workshops for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in Lincoln, NE. SBA resource partner with volunteer mentors covering 62+ industries. Supports all stages from pre-start to growth.
Coaching/Consulting
in
Lincoln
SCORE Lincoln
Free online platform for Nebraska founders, investors, and startup community members. Includes specialized founder and investor curriculum, community forums, peer connections, resource library, and virtual events. Run by the nonprofit Nebraska Startup Academy.
Training/Course
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Omaha
Nebraska Startup Academy
Startup incubator in Western Nebraska offering office/innovation space, training workshops, startup resources (business plans, projections, budgeting), and connections to angel investors and VCs.
Incubator
in
Scottsbluff
Twin Cities Development Association, Inc.
Statewide AgTech incubator operated by Invest Nebraska at Nebraska Innovation Campus in Lincoln. Accepts companies on a rolling basis through an 8-module commercialization program. Provides mentorship, farmer network, monthly meetups, investor access, and optional co-working space.
Incubator
in
Lincoln
The Combine
Tech startup incubator in Omaha backed by software firm Aviture. Focuses on web-based and B2B startups in healthcare, finance, and logistics. Provides product development support (discounted Aviture developer access), capital, mentorship, and investor connections.
Incubator
in
Omaha
The Garage by Aviture
Free invite-only incubator and coworking space at Millwork Commons in Omaha for early-stage startups (teams of 1–3). Provides curated curriculum, mentorship, milestone-based graduation, and community events. Run by Nebraska Startup Academy.
Incubator
in
Omaha
Nebraska Startup Academy
Food entrepreneur hub at Nebraska Innovation Campus' Food Innovation Center. Offers private offices, dedicated desks, and access to pilot plants, analytical labs, sensory testing, product labeling, and compliance expertise.
Incubator
in
Lincoln
Nebraska Innovation Campus
University-based startup incubator at the intersection of UNO and UNMC, building companies from university research. Pairs inventors with community entrepreneurs, provides go-to-market strategy, investor prep, communications, and market research support.
Incubator
in
Omaha
UNeTech Institute
Ongoing professional development offerings for Nebraska and western Iowa nonprofit professionals. Topics include fundraising, board governance, HR, finance, marketing, and leadership. Available to NAM members at low or no cost.
Training/Course
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Omaha
Nonprofit Association of the Midlands