Oklahoma for Nonprofits Grants

The Oklahoma City Community Foundation is offering a grant of $10,000 to $100,000 to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Cleveland and Oklahoma counties, for programs that support independent living, wellness, and social activities for adults aged 65 and older, with a preference for collaborative and resource-leveraging initiatives.

This program provides financial assistance to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Oklahoma to help them preserve and share historical collections and improve their history-related programs.

This program provides financial support to food retailers in underserved communities to improve access to healthy food options for low- and moderate-income populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public libraries in select rural Oklahoma counties to enhance arts programming and infrastructure in underserved communities.

This program provides funding to organizations that create arts initiatives for military personnel, veterans, and their families, promoting engagement and support through creative activities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions in Oklahoma for arts and cultural programs that engage the community through festivals, exhibitions, and performances.

The Educational Outreach Grant Program supports a variety of nonprofit arts organizations dedicated to Oklahoma youth. Donor Name: Allied Arts State: Oklahoma County: Canadian County (OK), Cleveland County (OK), Grady County (OK), Kingfisher County (OK), Lincoln County (OK), Logan County (OK), McClain County (OK), Oklahoma County (OK), Pottawatomie County (OK), Seminole County (OK) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Through programming and outreach, they provide arts experiences for underserved K-12 students. With community-wide support, they are working to broaden the reach to veterans, hospitalized adults, developmentally disabled adults and beyond – from bringing teaching artists into underserved schools to creating programming for organizations who strictly work with communities of color. Funding Information  Up to $5,000 Eligibility Criteria Allied Arts member agencies as well as other nonprofit arts organizations are eligible for the Educational Outreach Program. Provide quality arts and cultural programming to the community Be a nonprofit arts organization, tax-exempt corporation as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service (have current 501(c)(3) status) Be established and functional for at least three years Have current financials and an active, volunteer board of directors Have headquarters in central Oklahoma (defined by the 10-county area including the counties of Oklahoma, Kingfisher, Logan, Lincoln, Seminole, Pottawatomie, Cleveland, McClain, Grady and Canadian) Have current registration as a charitable organization with the State of Oklahoma Be self-identified as “Arts, Culture, and Humanities” using the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities system For more information, visit Allied Arts.

The Oklahoma County ARPA Grant Program offers grants to provide critical assistance to the local nonprofit cultural sector most negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.” Donor Name: Allied Arts State: Oklahoma County: Canadian County (OK), Cleveland County (OK), Grady County (OK), Kingfisher County (OK), Lincoln County (OK), Logan County (OK), McClain County (OK), Oklahoma County (OK), Pottawatomie County (OK), Seminole County (OK) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funds will be awarded to eligible arts nonprofits headquartered in Oklahoma County that have been hardest hit by the pandemic to help in their efforts to rebuild and recover specifically by supporting revenue loss, investing in human resources, and creating new and expanding existing programs, particularly to increase arts access in underserved communities.  Funding Information  $350,000  Eligibility Criteria Provide quality arts and cultural programming to the community Be a nonprofit arts organization, tax-exempt corporation as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service (have current 501(c)(3) status) Be established and functional for at least three years Have current financials and an active, volunteer board of directors Have headquarters in central Oklahoma (defined by the 10-county area including the counties of Oklahoma, Kingfisher, Logan, Lincoln, Seminole, Pottawatomie, Cleveland, McClain, Grady and Canadian) Have current registration as a charitable organization with the State of Oklahoma Be self-identified as “Arts, Culture, and Humanities” using the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities system For more information, visit Allied Arts.

The Paint Oklahoma Beautiful is a Keep Oklahoma Beautiful program designed to encourage organizations and volunteers to seek out unsightly buildings in their community and renovate them with the creative use of resources. Donor Name: Keep Oklahoma Beautiful State: Oklahoma County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Awards and Prizes Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Prizes Information  1st Place – $1000  2nd Place – $750  3rd Place – $500 Project Requirements Must use only the paint provided in the 5 gallon pails.  If a project requires primer—the group must purchase it with a stipend provided.  Projects could be downtown buildings, schools, community buildings, playground equipment, fences, and even walls.  For safety reasons, projects may not include heavy traffic areas, highways, or streets. Eligibility Criteria Submissions to the Paint Oklahoma Beautiful program are only accepted from groups/organizations who are located in Oklahoma. To be accepted into this program, organizations/groups must successfully submit a project application, “Permission to Paint”, to Keep Oklahoma Beautiful during the application period (June 1 – July 31). To be entered into the “Communities Primed for Change” contest, participants must have used ONLY the paint provided to them in the program and completed the structure included in their application. Use of other paint is acceptable for participation in #POBinOK but makes the participant ineligible for the contest and its associated prizes.  For more information, visit Paint Oklahoma Beautiful.

Oklahoma visual artists are invited to submit an application for a THRIVE Grant from the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC). Donor Name: Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition State: Oklahoma County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This opportunity supports artist-led, collaborative projects, across the state of Oklahoma that are open to the public and engage community. They collaborate with the The Andy Warhol Foundation to further support artists’ innovation throughout Oklahoma with project grants of up to $10,000. THRIVE Grants build upon our existing dedication to support artist-led initiatives and our belief in the power of artists to create a positive impact in our communities. THRIVE Grants will provide funding for collaborative artist-led projects across the state of Oklahoma that are open and accessible to the public. The funded projects are ambitious, impactful, innovative, and community driven visual arts projects. The grants will prioritize artist projects that create new collaborations, connections, and partnerships. Eligibility Criteria  The proposed project must have a central focus on the visual arts. Artistic practices firmly rooted in dance, theatre, music, or industry/feature filmmaking are not eligible to apply. The proposed project must be publicly accessible and push the boundaries of the traditional exhibition experience. Be sure to think outside the box and put an emphasis on how to interact with your audience. All events associated with your project must take place in Oklahoma and before the presentation at the end of the funding period. For collaborative projects, the individual who submits the project proposal will serve as the Lead Applicant and a detailed timeline and budget must be included. Artists currently enrolled as a student in an MFA/BFA or are seeking enrollment in the arts during the award year are not eligible to apply as a Lead Applicant but are allowed to be a collaborator. The Lead Applicant and the majority of the collaborators must reside in Oklahoma. Successful applicants may apply after one calendar year of funding receipt but must propose a new project or an expansion of previous work. You will not be disqualified for continuing to grow and develop the visual arts of Oklahoma but please note that preference will be shown to creative projects that have not received funding in the past. 501c3 organizations or for-profit corporations are not eligible to apply. Artists with an LLC are eligible to apply. Awarded applicants must participate in the Thrive reception in June 2024, the following year, to present their project to the public. For more information, visit Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Oklahoma focused on education, human services, and community improvement initiatives.

The Cox Charities Community Investment grants of up to $10,000 are available to nonprofit organizations within Cox Communications Oklahoma City service areas. Donor Name: Cox Charities State: Oklahoma City: Selected Cities Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Eligibility Criteria  To qualify, organizations must​:​ Qualify for tax-exempt status under IRS code 501(c)(3). ​Meet a need in the community without unnecessary duplication of services. ​Promote sound fiscal and governance practices demonstrating overall financial health and sustainability. ​Regularly measure and evaluate program outcomes. ​Submit only one application per market; Organizations submitting multiple requests in one market will be disqualified. ​Successful applications will: Leverage other funding; funding will not be awarded to an organization if the Cox Charities grant is the only source of financial support. Seek funding only for activities and programs; requests to support one-time or special events will not be considered​. Focus on a single, specific program within the organization. To optimize the impact, they do not support: Athletic clubs or organizations​. Capital campaigns and expenditures​. Endowments​. Foundations or organizations that would utilize funding for pass-through grant-making purposes. Administrative salaries or wages not directly associated with the provision of programs and services​. Fundraising or marketing expenses.​ Individuals​. Programs supporting a political campaign or specific religious beliefs​. Special or one-time events. For more information, visit Cox Charities.

Founded in 1958 by Herman and Mary Wegener, the Wegener Foundation is a private entity focused on enhancing the quality of living and educational opportunities in the Oklahoma City metro and surrounding areas. The Foundation prioritizes initiatives that support youth and families, health and wellness, arts and humanities, and education, aiming to improve the quality of life for Central Oklahoma's citizens. It seeks to support sustainable charitable organizations with mission statements that boost living conditions for people across all levels of abilities. The Foundation values long-term partnerships with recipients that consistently meet the expanding needs of their communities.

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.

This program provides funding to nonprofits and government entities in Cimarron and Texas Counties, Oklahoma, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life and promote economic development.

The Community Investment Program (CIP), initiated by Grid United at the Cherokee Strip Community Foundation in 2023, aims to empower communities in Cimarron and Texas Counties, Oklahoma. This initiative supports projects that significantly enhance community and economic development, addressing issues through innovative and creative approaches. With a focus on benefiting areas around the Three Corners Connector, the program invites 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities to apply. Grants can go up to $50,000, supporting projects that have a broad impact on quality of life, encourage community involvement, leverage additional support, and respond to emerging needs. Grant renewed every year. Annual Spring deadline: November 16th to May 15th.

Established in 2012, the Cresap Family Foundation aims to improve the quality of life in Oklahoma and beyond, focusing on youth and families, health and wellness, education, arts and humanities, and animal welfare. With over $13 million in donations, funding preference will be given to organizations in those counties where Premium Beers operated, including, and without limitation, Oklahoma Canadian, Grady, Cleveland, Logan, Pottawatomie, Lincoln and the following counties on Northeast Oklahoma: Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Nowata, Osage, Ottawa and Washington. This is a strong preference but is not mandatory. The application process includes a Letter of Intent due by April 1, 2024, and a full grant application by August 1, 2024, with decisions made in November 2024.

The Hospice Foundation of Oklahoma at OCCF grant opportunity is designed to improve end-of-life care and build awareness of hospice and palliative care options throughout Oklahoma. Donor Name: Oklahoma City Community Foundation State: Oklahoma County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Program Categories include: Education Programs to educate and train health care professionals about hospice, palliative care, and other end-of-life issues. Awareness Programs to raise awareness among patients, families, and the public about hospice, palliative care, advance directives, and other legal and social service issues and their rights undereach. Social Model Hospice Programs to develop or expand social model hospice facilities and services that fall outside the scope of medical hospice care. Social model hospice includes a dedicated home, round-theclock, individualized end-of-life care, a care option when dying at home becomes unmanageable, collaboration with medical hospice services, and community volunteer involvement. In addition to funding for programs and services, funding in this category may include purchasing, remodeling, or furnishing facilities or purchasing of equipment, as well as general operating or administrative costs. Available Funding and Service Areas  Grants for education and/or awareness may be awarded in the range of $5,000 – $25,000. This funding may apply to programs delivered anywhere within the state of Oklahoma. Grants for social model hospice facilities and services may be awarded in the range of $10,000 up to $100,000 over a period of up to two years. Eligibility Criteria Any 501(c (3) nonprofit organization or higher education institution based in and operating in Oklahoma. For more information, visit OCCF.