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Youth Outdoor Education Innovation Fund (YOEIF)

The Youth Outdoor Education Innovation Fund is codified in Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 81-1213.04 and 81‑1213.05 to construct, develop, or renovate a youth outdoor education camp located west of the one hundredth meridian that was destroyed by a natural or manmade disaster that occurred after January 1, 2022. The Fund permits the Nebraska Department of Economic Development to award one grant, not exceeding ten million dollars ($10,000,000.00), to a non-profit organization for the construction of the youth outdoor education camp.

Eligibility Information

Who is Eligible to Apply? 

Eligible applicants will be a non-profit organization holding a certificate of exemption under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, intending to construct a youth outdoor education camp located at or adjacent to the cite which was previously destroyed by a natural or manmade disaster after January 1, 2022. 

Application Information

Youth Outdoor Education Innovation Fund

Application Period:

Open Date – 6/10/2024 3:00 PM (CT)
Close Date – 6/30/2024 5:00 PM (CT)

Program Resources

Grant Management Resources

This page will provide technical assistance on using AmpliFund to apply for and manage grants awarded by DED.

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Emmah Muema

Economic Development Manager

emmah.muema@nebraska.gov  |  531-249-4542