The Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation (SOMF) invites applications from eligible nonprofit organizations located within a 50-mile radius of Ardmore, Oklahoma. Dedicated to supporting charitable initiatives that align with its mission, the Foundation provides funding for both specific projects and general operating expenses. SOMF plays a vital role in strengthening the social fabric of Southern Oklahoma by supporting a wide range of nonprofit activities that benefit local communities.
Eligible applicants must be Oklahoma-based nonprofit organizations recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or organized as government entities or subdivisions thereof. While a broad array of activities may be considered for funding, individual requests are not eligible. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review SOMF’s stated Areas of Interest to ensure alignment with the Foundation’s funding priorities.
The application process begins with an initial inquiry, which includes an overview of the organization, an explanation of the proposed project, and the requested funding amount. This information should be submitted either via email or by mail to the attention of Mary Kate Wilson, President of the Foundation. Upon review, eligible organizations will receive a formal grant application to complete.
Applications are accepted on a quarterly basis, with final submission deadlines on March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1. These deadlines refer to the completed grant application, not the initial inquiry. The Foundation’s Board of Trustees reviews and makes funding decisions approximately eight weeks after each deadline.
Applicants seeking guidance during the process are welcome to contact the Foundation by phone. This grant program recurs quarterly and serves as a valuable funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations operating in Southern Oklahoma that align with SOMF’s mission and geographic priorities.
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