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Oklahoma Capacity Building Grants

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Allied Arts Capacity-Building Program
$5,000
Allied Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 13, 2025

Date Added

Jul 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in central Oklahoma by providing financial assistance to strengthen their operational capacity and enhance their sustainability.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Educational Outreach Program
$5,000
Allied Arts of Oklahoma (Allied Arts)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 13, 2025

Date Added

Jul 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in central Oklahoma to deliver quality arts education and experiences to underserved youth and marginalized communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Oklahoma that serve the community within a 50-mile radius of Ardmore, providing resources for specific projects or general operating expenses.

Health
Nonprofits
Professional Basics Grant
$500
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to individual visual artists in Oklahoma for essential professional development expenses that enhance their artistic practices and visibility.

Community Development
Individuals
Grants to Improve Quality of Life in Rural Oklahoma
$40,000
Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educators in rural Oklahoma to support projects that improve community services, educational initiatives, and overall quality of life.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Wasted Food Management Grant Application FY26
$50,000
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2025

Date Added

Dec 13, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Oklahoma public entities, such as schools and municipalities, to develop projects that reduce food waste and improve food access for those in need.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
2024-2025 Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Program
$25,000
Oklahoma Historical Society
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2024

This program provides funding to Oklahoma-based tribal and municipal governments, as well as not-for-profit historical organizations, to support projects that preserve and promote the state's rich heritage through collections, exhibits, and educational initiatives.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
Legacy Hall of Fame Grants in Oklahoma
$10,000
Bartlesville Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 6, 2024

Date Added

Sep 3, 2024

The Legacy Hall of Fame Fund seeks to honor the families that have been generous to the Bartlesville community and are members of the Legacy Hall of Fame. Donor Name: Bartlesville Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This fall grant cycle looks for applicants with the most innovative proposals in the areas of programs, new initiatives, or capacity building.ย  What type of support is being requested? Project or program supportโ€“ Supports specific projects or programs that help fulfill the mission of the organization. Seed moneyโ€“ To establish or initiate a new project or program. Applicants should take care to explain how the initiative will be sustained after the grant. Capacity buildingโ€“ Activities that strengthen an organization and help it better fulfill its mission, such as technology, staff, equipment, training, publications, speakers, and conferences. Applicants should pay special attention to how it will measure the success of the increased capacity. Funding Information Applicants may request a maximum of $1,500. Eligibility Criteriaย  Any 501(c)3 organization is eligible to apply.ย  Other Considerations Is the program, project, or capacity for which funding is requested sustainable? In other words, is there confidence that the initiative will continue after Foundation support ends? For more information, visit BCF.

Capacity Building
County governments
Rural Arts Opportunity Grants
$5,000
Oklahoma Arts Council
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

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.

Arts
Nonprofits
Oklahoma Arts and the Military Grants
$5,000
Oklahoma Arts Council
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

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

Arts
Nonprofits
Oklahoma Sheriff's Office Funding Assistance Grant Program
$300,000
Oklahoma Attorney General's Office
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to sheriff's offices in Oklahoma counties based on property valuation, helping them operate effectively without reducing existing funding.

Law Justice and Legal Services
County governments
Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Program
$20,000
Oklahoma Historical Society
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Arts Experience Grants
$5,000
Oklahoma Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

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.

Arts
Nonprofits
Parks & Public Space Initiative/Margaret Annis Boys Trust Fund
Contact for amount
Oklahoma City Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 14, 2024

Date Added

May 13, 2024

The Parks & Public Space Initiative supports the beautification, development and activation of neighborhood/community parks, school parks, trails and other public lands. Donor Name: Oklahoma City Community Foundation State:ย Oklahoma City:ย Oklahoma City Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/14/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This initiative grew out of the Margaret Annis Boys Trust, which was established through a gift from Miss Boysโ€™ estate in 1991 to support and encourage landscaping and beautification projects in parks, medians and other public lands in Oklahoma City. Grant awards will vary depending on the size and complexity of the project. In addition to funding, Oklahoma City Community Foundation staff will provide project expertise. Goals and Objectivesย  To increase utilization of neighborhood parks, neighborhood school parks, trails and other spaces open to the public for recreation, cultural and health improvement. To engage community groups, neighborhoods, corporations, municipalities and other nonprofit organizations in improving the neighborhood parks, school parks and trails and the programs that are in them. To increase community stewardship of parks, school parks, trails and public spaces. Grant Funding Goals Encourage landscaping and beautification projects in public community spaces including neighborhood/community parks, school parks, trails, public medians and other public lands in central Oklahoma. Items eligible for funding include plant material such as trees, shrubs and perennials, soil amendments, mulch and irrigation. Landscape amenities such as shade structures, benches and information signage may be eligible.ย Master plans and tree canopy studies for public spaces with collaborative partners will be considered. Increase utilization of public spaces that are open and accessible to citizens for recreation, cultural and health improvement. Engage community groups, neighborhoods, businesses, and other nonprofit organizations to improve the public community spaces. Increase community awareness, involvement, and stewardship of the public community spaces. Priorities and Requirements for Considering Funding Existing neighborhood/community parks, school parks, trails, public medians and other open and accessible public properties will be the primary focus area for implementation of approved projects. The majority of Parks and Public Space Initiative grants are infrastructure and support activities or programs. Projects must be completed within a year after funding notification. All proposed projects must be open and accessible to the public during reasonable usage hours. All proposed projects must be located within the Greater Oklahoma City area. The proposed project must provide documentation of approval by the government entity directly responsible for the management and oversight of the project. Neighborhood streetscapes are a low priority for grant funding. A comprehensive site plan of the proposed project must be included with the grant application. The application must include current and future phases of the project if multi-phased. It can be professionally prepared or presented as a graphic over a Google Earth image. A significant volunteer component is required for each grant proposal. The volunteer group must share an active role in the planning, implementation and ongoing maintenance of the project. A realistic location, installation and maintenance plan with identified responsibilities and budget must be submitted to ensure the projectโ€™s sustainability. Tree plantings typically require a three-year maintenance plan to ensure establishment. Proposed grant requests supporting bond issue and other publicly funded projects will be considered on a case-by-case basis. There must be strong evidence that the project is ready to move forward immediately and that the Parks Initiative grant portion will play a significant role in the overall success and impact of the project. Who may apply? Neighborhood/community groups connected to parks, school parks, trails and other public spaces in Oklahoma County. Any 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing direct services and that has a governing board based in Oklahoma County. Local government agencies or state and city-connected agencies. For more information, visit OCCF.

Science and Technology
City or township governments
THRIVE Grants
$10,000
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2024

Date Added

May 3, 2024

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:ย 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 artistsโ€™ 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 Criteriaย  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.

Arts
Nonprofits
AERO Education Grant Program
$500,000
Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2024

Date Added

Feb 20, 2024

The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics is seeking applications for its AERO Education Grant Program. Donor Name: Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics State: Oklahoma County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:ย 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Grants are for education programs that are aviation and aerospace minded for primary through post-secondary education. The program funds are part of more than $500,000 the agency annually provides to programs statewide aimed at exposing more Oklahoma young people to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and careers in the aviation and aerospace industry. There is nothing more important that they do here at the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) than to encourage young people to consider aerospace or aviation as a career when they finish their post-secondary education. The ODAAโ€™s aerospace and aviation education funding supports theย Oklahoma Works initiative that aims to address the skills gap and connect students to programs that will help build Oklahomaโ€™s aerospace and aviation workforce. For more information, visit Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics.

Education
County governments