Moonshot for Success

At Omaha Public Schools Foundation, we are committed to advancing Omaha Public Schools' efforts to improve early literacy and create lasting opportunities for students. Literacy is the foundation of learning, and we believe that strong school libraries and skilled librarians play a pivotal role in shaping successful readers and lifelong learners.

To support this mission, the Omaha Public Schools Foundation is proud to partner with OPS librarians. By providing grants for student learning materials, we aim to empower librarians to enrich their collections, create engaging literacy experiences, and inspire young readers. These resources are designed to spark curiosity, foster a love for reading, and directly contribute to the district's literacy goals.

Together, we can support OPS librarians in their vital work, advance early literacy, and make a meaningful impact on the future of Omaha Public Schools students.

Librarians Request for Funding

Who Can Apply:

During the grant period, all district librarians are eligible to receive one grant for each library they serve, not to exceed $1000 including tax. Please figure in 7% tax in addition to the amount of your order keeping the total at or below $1000.00. All items must be pre-approved by Amy Soma. Email her, amy.soma@ops.org, for approval of your list prior to completing the request.

Start Date: August 25, 2025, 8:00 am

End Date: November 5, 2025 12:00 noon

Qualifying Purchases

Librarians are asked to create a Moonshot Wish List in Amazon in which to identify the items you are requesting. In the form, copy and paste the link and in the description field add additional information regarding the educational objectives for the items chosen.

Librarians may request multiple paperback titles to be distributed to students participating in a library sponsored book club. The goal is to ensure all participating students have a copy of every title read over the course of the year. Professional reviews indicating quality and age appropriateness must be included with the grant application in the additional information field.

Once we receive your request, we will place the order on Amazon and have the items shipped to your school, sending you a copy of the tracking number. You will want to alert the school office that the items are being shipped to your attention. We will request that Amazon delivers your order during normal school hours.