The Gelvin Foundation Grants
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in northeastern Oklahoma that focus on family and community services, healthcare, education, and cultural or arts projects, with a preference for initiatives that demonstrate significant impact and sustainability.
Established in 1996, The Gelvin Foundation is dedicated to supporting a broad range of nonprofit causes primarily in northeastern Oklahoma. With over $9 million contributed to more than 230 charitable organizations, the Foundation focuses on programs that significantly benefit citizens within a thirty-mile radius of Tulsa or Eufaula. Emphasis is on Family and Community Service, Health Care, Education, and Cultural/Arts projects that demonstrate efficient use of funds, significant impact on beneficiaries, and sustainability. Eligible organizations must be registered under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or its equivalent, with a preference for those whose initiatives primarily serve the specified geographic areas. The Foundation discourages applications for general support, debt reduction, or staff compensation and generally does not consider multi-year grants. Grant renewed every year. Annual quarterly deadlines: February 10th, May 10th, August 10th, October 10th.
Award Range
Not specified - Not specified
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
- Must be a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code or its equivalent, located and operating primarily in Oklahoma, specifically within a thirty-mile radius of Tulsa or Eufaula. - The Gelvin Foundation values long-term relationships with grant recipients and seeks proposals that are well-planned, vital for project success, and have the potential for significant or lasting impact. Applications should include a project description, goals, budget, and evidence of tax-exempt status.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
Not specified
Grantor
Therese Starr; Terry Doverspike
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