[Oklahoma City Community Foundation](https://occf.org)

April 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $30,000 for education/awareness projects; up to $100,000 for social model hospice initiatives.

Supports projects that improve end-of-life care and expand hospice and palliative care education and awareness in Oklahoma.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, administered by the Hospice Foundation of Oklahoma at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, is designed to enhance end-of-life care for Oklahomans by funding initiatives that increase education, public awareness, and the development of hospice and palliative care services. The program supports projects that educate healthcare professionals, raise public understanding of hospice and palliative options, and develop or operate social model hospice facilities throughout Oklahoma. The overarching goal is to promote compassionate, informed, and accessible care for patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses. --- ## Due Dates - April 2026 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants for education and/or awareness projects: up to $30,000. - Grants for social model hospice projects: up to $100,000. - Award sizes may vary based on project scope and available funds. - Prior awards have ranged from $5,000 to $100,000, with some multi-year commitments. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must propose projects that improve end-of-life care for Oklahomans through: - Education for healthcare professionals, - Public awareness initiatives around hospice and palliative care, - Development or operation of social model hospice facilities and services. - Eligible applicants are typically nonprofit organizations, healthcare institutions, and community groups based in Oklahoma. - Projects must directly benefit Oklahoma communities and align with the foundation’s mission. - Previous grantees include hospices, health foundations, legal aid organizations, and educational institutions. --- ## Application Process - Application guidelines are updated annually; refer to the [previous year’s guidelines](https://occfarchives.org/documents/2024%20Hospice%20Foundation%20of%20Oklahoma%20at%20OCCF%20-%20Grant%20Guidelines.pdf) for reference (subject to change). - The application period typically opens in the spring. - Applicants should check the [program page](https://occf.org/hospice) for the most current information and application instructions. - Contact program staff for questions or to discuss project fit prior to applying. --- ## Additional Information - The foundation also offers the Khader K. Hussein Awards for graduating medical and nursing students interested in palliative care and end-of-life issues. - A list of [recent grantees](https://occf.org/hospice/#recent-grants) and their funded projects is available for review. - Grant guidelines and priorities may change from year to year; applicants are encouraged to review the latest updates each cycle. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Hospice Foundation of Oklahoma](https://occf.org/hospice) - [Recent Grantees](https://occf.org/hospice/#recent-grants) - [Previous Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://occfarchives.org/documents/2024%20Hospice%20Foundation%20of%20Oklahoma%20at%20OCCF%20-%20Grant%20Guidelines.pdf) - [Oklahoma City Community Foundation](https://occf.org) - [Contact OCCF](https://occf.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Phone | Email | |----------------------|--------------------------|-----------------|------------------------------| | Patti Biera | Senior Programs Specialist| 405-606-2935 | p.biera@occf.org | | Michelle Kusselson | Community Programs Manager| 405-606-2959 | m.kusselson@occf.org | | General Inquiries | | 405-235-5603 | hospice@occf.org |

Hospice Foundation of Oklahoma

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