Kaiman Family BBYO Grant

A gift from Howard Kaiman, of blessed memory, for BBYO participation.

Howard Kaiman, who passed away on April 11, 2023 at the age of 93, left a legacy of service, advocacy, and deep commitment to Jewish education and community life. Born in Omaha on October 31, 1929, Kaiman was raised in a close-knit Jewish family that instilled in him a lifelong dedication to Jewish values. He attended local Omaha schools before earning his degree in Sociology and Secondary Education at the Municipal University of Omaha. Following in his father’s footsteps, Kaiman graduated from Creighton University School of Law and quickly became known as a highly respected attorney, specializing in corporate law, estate planning, tax law, and personal injury. His career included appearances before the Nebraska Supreme Court, reflecting his prominence and expertise in the field.

Kaiman’s devotion to the Omaha Jewish community was steadfast. He served on the board of Temple Israel, where he was deeply involved in community events, and on the Board of the Jewish Federation of Omaha. Kaiman believed strongly in the power of education, and he often mentored young people with aspirations in law. In a May 7, 1999, interview with the Jewish Press, he expressed his deep appreciation for his heritage, stating, “We know the beauty of Judaism. It makes the ordinary extraordinary.”

Eligibility requirements for the Kaiman Family BBYO Grant include:

• This is not need-based support.
• Grant awards for each tier.
• Open to Jewish residents of Omaha & Lincoln metro areas. Current participants of BBYO.
• Payment of the grant will be made directly to BBYO.  If you have already paid program costs in full, please include a copy of a paid statement and you will be reimbursed directly.
• If additional support is needed, you are encouraged to apply to the Financial Aid Committee’s need-based scholarship program.  Please email Diane Walker at dwalker@jewishomaha.org for more information.

To apply for the Kaiman Family BBYO Grant, please complete this application for each teen and each program.

***To save your application to continue later: You must enter your email address and click ‘Send Link’ AFTER clicking the ‘Save and Continue Later’ button in order to receive the email link to continue your application at a later time.***

Payment of the grant is normally made directly to BBYO.  If you have already paid program costs in full, please provide a statement copy showing payment in full and you will be reimbursed directly.

Three tiers of support:

First Experience:  Dedicated to incoming 8^th graders or teens new to BBYO, attending their first meaningful overnight, regional convention, or signature BBYO program.

Emerging and Actively Engaged Teens:  For teens who regularly attend local chapter programs and events.  Designed to bridge participation toward regional / international experiences and future leadership pathways.

Highly Engaged Teens: For teens deeply invested in chapter / regional leadership, driving regular chapter programs.

Questions? Contact:
Diane Walker
(402) 334-6551
dwalker@jewishomaha.org