Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership

What Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership does

Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership (ENCAP) is a 501c3 nonprofit community action agency headquartered at 2406 Fowler Avenue in Omaha, Nebraska, that has delivered anti-poverty and human services in Douglas and Sarpy Counties since its founding in 1965 (originally as Greater Omaha Community Action, rebranded to ENCAP in July 2007). As the designated Community Action Agency for this catchment area, ENCAP operates a portfolio of five core programs: the Senior Longevity Program offering evidence-based health and wellness programming for adults 60+ in North Omaha; the Bellevue Food Pantry providing emergency food distribution and delivery in Sarpy County; the Matched Savings Program launched in early 2025 with Cobalt Credit Union and The Bridge Family Resource Connector Network, offering financial coaching and savings matching; the USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) for homebound income-eligible seniors; and Financial Hardship Assistance for rent, mortgage, and utility support combined with financial coaching. All services are delivered free of charge to qualifying low-income individuals and families.

Name

Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership

Legal name

Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership

Website

https://encapnebraska.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership (ENCAP) is a 501c3 nonprofit community action agency delivering anti-poverty programs since 1965 to low-income individuals, families, and seniors across Douglas and Sarpy Counties, Nebraska, through food assistance, financial coaching, and senior wellness initiatives funded by federal grants, foundations, and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Community Food Services (624210), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Assistance & Nutrition Relief (Emergency Feeding) (BPAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Financial Assistance & Benefits Navigation Services (BPAGAEAK), Food & Nutrition Assistance Programs (BPAIAKAF)

Keywords

• Community action services
• Anti-poverty programs
• Social services nonprofit
• Food pantry services
• Senior wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Omaha

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Community Services Block Grant (CSBG): Core federal funding that provides foundational support for community action agencies to reduce poverty, revitalize low-income communities, and empower low-income families to become self-sufficient.
2. Private Donations: Individual donors contribute to ENCAP's general operating budget and specific programs through the website donation portal, which accepts one-time and monthly recurring donations.
3. Foundation Grants: Funding from local foundations including Weitz Family Foundation, Lozier Foundation, Omaha Community Foundation, Midlands Community Foundation, and others to support specific programs and operational costs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ENCAP delivers free community-based social services to low-income individuals and families in Douglas and Sarpy Counties, including senior wellness programming, emergency food distribution, USDA commodity food delivery, financial hardship assistance, and a matched savings/financial coaching program. Services are funded through the federal Community Services Block Grant, foundation grants, and private donations, and are delivered through physical offices, a food pantry with mobile delivery, and partnerships with local organizations.

Product overview

Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership (ENCAP) operates as a 501c3 nonprofit community action agency serving Douglas and Sarpy Counties since 1965. The organization provides a portfolio of five interconnected social service programs targeting vulnerable populations: the Senior Longevity Program offering health and wellness initiatives for seniors 60+; the Bellevue Food Pantry providing emergency food distribution; the Matched Savings Program offering financial coaching with savings matching incentives; the USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) distributing USDA commodities to eligible seniors; and Financial Hardship Assistance for rent, mortgage, and utility support. These programs work together to address food insecurity, financial instability, and health disparities among low-income individuals and families in the community.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Senior Longevity Program Evidence-based health and wellness program for low-income adults aged 60+ in North Omaha, offering SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life) exercises, Bingocize, gardening, cooking/nutrition classes, digital literacy, and arts/culture activities, with free transportation to and from programming.
• Bellevue Food Pantry Emergency food distribution service for households facing food insecurity in Bellevue and Greater Sarpy County, providing onsite pick-up (Monday through Thursday with varying hours including Wednesday until 6PM) and home delivery for households with mobility or other challenges.
• Matched Savings Program Financial coaching program launched in early 2025 with Cobalt Credit Union and The Bridge Family Resource Connector Network, providing personalized financial coaching, peer support, and savings matching (2:1 after the first six months, 3:1 at end of year) to help low-income participants develop savings habits, build emergency funds, and increase financial resilience.
• USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Monthly onsite pick-up or delivery of USDA commodities to homebound, income-eligible seniors aged 60+ with monthly incomes of $1,729 or less for single individuals, operated as part of ENCAP's food support offerings.
• Financial Hardship Assistance Limited financial assistance with rent, mortgage, and utility expenses combined with ongoing financial coaching for individuals and families experiencing financial hardship, with referral pathways to Dollar Energy Fund (OPPD/MUD utility assistance), NCFF, and other community resources.

Quantifiable outcome

• 7,219 households served
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cobalt Credit UnioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on the Matched Savings Program launched in early 2025. Cobalt Credit Union provides financial infrastructure and expertise for the matched savings initiative, which offers personalized financial coaching, peer support, and savings matching (2:1 after six months, 3:1 at year end) to help low-income participants build emergency savings and financial resilience.
• The Bridge Family Resource Connector NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner in the Matched Savings Program, providing peer support networks and family resource connections to help participants succeed in building financial health and achieving savings goals.
• NonProfit Association of the MidlandsminorOthersListed as a sponsor, indicating membership and/or financial support from this regional nonprofit association.
• Saving GraceminorOthersListed as a sponsor supporting ENCAP's mission and community programs.
• Whispering RootsminorOthersListed as a sponsor supporting ENCAP's community services and programs.
• Together HorizonsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferenced as an additional community resource for housing stability assistance. ENCAP refers clients to Together at 812 S 24th Omaha, NE 68108 for housing stability programs.
• The Salvation Army of OmahaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferenced as an additional community resource for material assistance and seasonal services. ENCAP refers clients to 402-898-5860 for emergency support.
• St. Vincent de Paul OmahaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferenced as an additional community resource for rent and utility assistance. ENCAP refers clients to 402-346-5445 for emergency financial support.
• Douglas County General Assistance CenterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferenced as an additional community resource for general assistance. ENCAP refers clients to 402-444-6215 or https://generalassist.douglascounty-ne.gov for government assistance programs.
• Heartland Family ServiceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferenced for homeless diversion services. ENCAP refers clients to call hotline at 531-200-3500 for emergency housing support.
• DHHS Low-Income Home Energy Assistance ProgramminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorState government program referenced as an additional resource for energy assistance. ENCAP refers clients to 402-595-1258 or iserve.nebraska.gov for LIHEAP support.
• All Communities Outreach ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReferenced as an additional community resource for utilities assistance. ENCAP refers clients to 402-257-1122 for utility support.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Food Bank for the Heartland: Regional food bank serving the same eastern Nebraska/Iowa footprint. Comparable in addressing food insecurity via distribution and partner pantries, and is both a peer and likely an upstream supplier feeding ENCAP's Bellevue Pantry.
• Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging: Area Agency on Aging serving the same eastern Nebraska counties with senior nutrition, in-home services, and wellness programming. Closest peer to ENCAP's Senior Longevity and CSFP programs.
• Heartland Family Service: Omaha-based human services nonprofit offering housing, behavioral health, and family support. Directly comparable on social services delivery in Douglas and Sarpy Counties; ENCAP explicitly refers homeless clients to Heartland's diversion hotline.
• Together Inc. Omaha-based anti-poverty nonprofit providing housing, financial assistance, and basic-needs services. Operates in the same geography with overlapping crisis assistance and financial hardship programming.
• St. Vincent de Paul Omaha: Omaha-based nonprofit providing rent and utility assistance to households in crisis. Direct overlap with ENCAP's Financial Hardship Assistance program; also a referral partner for cases ENCAP cannot cover.
• Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties: Fellow Nebraska Community Action Agency operating CSBG-funded anti-poverty programs in adjacent counties. Directly comparable CAA structure, funding mix, and service portfolio (food, financial, senior services) — making it the closest functional peer.
• Salvation Army of Omaha: Major emergency relief provider in the Omaha metro offering material assistance, seasonal programs, and rent/utility support. Competes for some donor dollars and overlaps in emergency assistance services; also a referral partner.

Broad incumbents

• United Way of the Midlands: Major funder and regional convener for human services in Omaha. Overlaps with ENCAP on community funding allocation and shares many of the same donor and partner relationships.
• Community Action of Nebraska (state association): Statewide association representing all Nebraska Community Action Agencies. ENCAP is a member; this entity provides training, advocacy, and federal funding administration at the state level.

Regional players

• Siena/Francis House: Largest emergency shelter in Omaha serving individuals experiencing homelessness. Comparable in emergency relief and basic-needs delivery to the same Douglas County service population.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/encapnebraska

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