The Tahlequah Community Fund (TCF) is currently seeking grant requests from Tahlequah area organizations. Before applying, it is strongly encouraged that potential applicants review grant guidelines and policies here.
TCF encourages grant applications that address any of a broad-array of community interests including arts, education, culture, health and wellness, community beautification and development, leadership, conservation, and human services. Projects focused on youth education and development will be given priority consideration. Grant request proposals may NOT exceed $3500.
Additional special consideration is given to projects and activities that:
– Are sustainable over time
– Demonstrate innovation
– Are responsive to emerging or changing community needs
– Leverage other sources of support (i.e., funds or volunteers)
– Facilitate community collaboration, cooperation, and leadership
– Improve the quality and/or scope of other charitable works in the community
TCF does not make grants for proposals covering administrative costs, training, endowments, capital campaigns, membership dues, fundraising, in support of individuals, or to religious organizations in support of religious activities.
Entities eligible to receive grants are restricted to charitable organizations recognized as exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code, public schools, and governmental entities.
If you have questions about eligibility or grant guidelines, please contact Sidney Suttles at ssuttles@cfok.org or 405-488-1450. You may also view grant guidelines by clicking here.
Deadline for Submission is September 29, 2023.