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

Rolling (No fixed deadline; inquire for current cycle)

Up to $5,000 per grant; typically one-year projects.

Supports new or expanded projects that improve quality of life and opportunities for citizens in Lawton, Oklahoma and surrounding areas.

Initial inquiry by email required before full application.

--- ## Description The Lawton Community Foundation Community Grants program, administered in partnership with the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, provides funding for projects and programs in Lawton, Oklahoma and its surrounding areas. The program aims to enhance the quality of life and expand opportunities for local citizens by supporting initiatives that are either new or represent significant expansions of current efforts. Competitive proposals should benefit a broad range of community members and leverage matching support from other community resources. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. There is no universal calendar deadline; applicants should email the program to confirm current cycle timing and any specific due dates. --- ## Funding Amount - Grants of up to $5,000 are available per project. - Funding is typically for one-year projects. - Recent awards have all been at or near the $5,000 maximum. --- ## Eligibility - Projects must serve Lawton, Oklahoma or the surrounding areas. - Eligible applicants are qualified nonprofit organizations (see official [guidelines PDF](https://occfarchives.org/lawton/docs/community%20grants_guidelines.pdf) for details). - Projects must be new or a significant expansion of a current effort. - Projects must benefit a broad range of community members. - Matching support from other community resources is required. - Organizations must comply with the Foundation’s grantmaking policies. --- ## Application Process 1. **Initial Inquiry:** Email [lawtongrants@occf.org](mailto:lawtongrants@occf.org) with a brief explanation of your proposed project. 2. **Application Link:** After review, you will receive a link to the full grant application. 3. **Assistance:** For questions or guidance, contact Joshua Dunbar (Donor Services Manager) or other OCCF staff listed below. --- ## Additional Information - The program is designed to foster strong, creative, and resilient community and business leadership. - Recent projects funded include facility upgrades, technology improvements, community events, and educational programming. - See the [Community Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://occfarchives.org/lawton/docs/community%20grants_guidelines.pdf) for detailed eligibility and requirements. --- ## External Links - [Lawton Community Foundation Community Grants Program Page](https://occf.org/lawton) - [Community Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://occfarchives.org/lawton/docs/community%20grants_guidelines.pdf) - [Oklahoma City Community Foundation](https://occf.org) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Phone | Email | |---------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------|-------------------------------------| | Joshua Dunbar | Donor Services Manager | 405-606-2929 | [j.dunbar@occf.org](mailto:j.dunbar@occf.org) | | Jennifer Stewart | Senior Director, Donor Services| 405-606-2912 | [j.stewart@occf.org](mailto:j.stewart@occf.org) | | Keaton Van Sickle | Grants | 405-606-2920 | [k.vansickle@occf.org](mailto:k.vansickle@occf.org) | For general inquiries: [info@occf.org](mailto:info@occf.org) or [OCCF Contact Page](https://occf.org/contact)

Lawton Community Foundation Community Grants

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