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Honoring Admiral John E. Kirkpatrick this Memorial Day

Honoring Admiral John E. Kirkpatrick this Memorial Day

A 1931 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, John E. Kirkpatrick was proud of his service to his country. Initially, he served as an officer until 1935 and remained in the Navy Reserves until he was called back to active duty in early 1941. During World War II, Mr....

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Yield Giving Open Call

Yield Giving Open Call

  Funding opportunity for U.S. nonprofits with annual operating budgets between $1 and $5 million! On March 21, Yield Giving announced a $250 million open call to fund impactful organizations focused on working with people and in places experiencing the greatest...

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Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

  The words and deeds of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. changed a nation and inspired a generation—especially in Oklahoma City. Stirred by the work of Dr. King, Oklahoma City teacher Clara Luper started a series of sit-ins at local restaurants and lunch counters in...

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American Rescue Plan Act

American Rescue Plan Act

  ARPA for Nonprofits Relief Program About the ARPA for Nonprofit Relief Program Oklahoma legislature and the Oklahoma Department of Commerce has appropriated $25 million for nonprofits who suffered a negative financial impact from COVID. Commerce was selected to...

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Honoring and Remembering the life of Donna Harless

Honoring and Remembering the life of Donna Harless

OKLAHOMA CITY – For more than 15 years, the Community Foundation has been blessed to have Donna Harless as a member of our accounting team, gracing us with her joy and friendship. We share with great sadness that Donna passed away last week, leaving a hole in our...

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