Allied Arts & Humanities Fund Grant – Operating Support

The Allied Arts & Humanities Fund – Operating Support Grant is administered by the Bartlesville Community Foundation (BCF) to strengthen and sustain cultural organizations in the greater Bartlesville, Oklahoma area. This program exists to support the missions of local arts and humanities organizations by ensuring that the community continues to have access to diverse and meaningful cultural programming. While the fund welcomes proposals from all qualifying organizations, priority consideration is given to projects that either launch new programs or expand ongoing initiatives to reach new or underserved audiences. The grant is designed for both general operating support and program-specific support, though each applicant may only submit one request per cycle. Grant funding is available for requests ranging from a minimum of $2,500 to a maximum of $5,000. Requests must not exceed 50 percent of the total operational cost of the proposed project. Applicants are expected to secure the remaining funding from other sources, which may include individual donations, earned income, or support from foundations. The fund does not provide grants for sponsorship of fundraising events, ensuring that awarded dollars are applied directly toward cultural and humanities-focused programming and operations that benefit the community. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, tax-exempt organizations, BCF affiliates, or BCF component funds. All funded activities must serve Bartlesville and must be related to the arts or humanities. Projects must be completed within one year of receiving funding, and applicants must confirm that their projects have not been underway for more than one month prior to application submission. Requests for more than 50 percent of total operational costs or proposals for fundraising events will not be considered. The application process includes an initial eligibility questionnaire with seven questions covering organizational status, geographic service area, project start date, completion timeline, focus area, budget proportion, and event type. Only applicants answering all eligibility questions correctly may proceed to the full application form. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed, so applicants are advised to prepare all materials in advance. BCF suggests copying the application into a word processing document to draft answers before submitting online. Applicants are also encouraged to use Google Chrome or Safari browsers for the best application experience. The foundation accepts applications during open funding windows, and fall grant awards are paid in December. Projects funded through this cycle must adhere to the one-year completion requirement. BCF welcomes questions and requests for further details about the grant and can be contacted by phone at 918-337-2287. The foundation’s office is located at 321 SE Delaware Ave, Bartlesville, OK 74003, and operates Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Applicants should monitor the grant information page regularly for updates, as details are subject to change. By focusing on operational sustainability and outreach to underserved populations, the Allied Arts & Humanities Fund – Operating Support Grant reflects BCF’s commitment to enhancing cultural life in Bartlesville. The program’s emphasis on targeted funding, measurable outcomes, and community benefit ensures that supported organizations are positioned to deliver lasting value and expanded access to arts and humanities for residents of the area.

Copy application questions into a Word document, draft answers before submitting online, save the document for reuse, and use Google Chrome or Safari for submission.