Sarkeys Foundation Grant Guidelines
The Sarkeys Foundation Grant Guidelines fund Oklahoma-based research, education, and social service projects that demonstrate measurable community impact and evidence-based innovation.
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Funder: Sarkeys Foundation
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 (LOI) | February 1, 2027 (Application) | June 1, 2027 (LOI) | August 1, 2027 (Application)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $500 to $250,000; grant duration and amounts vary by project.
Summary: Supports Oklahoma-based 501(c)(3) organizations advancing education, social services, or cultural programs through a two-step application process.
Key Information: Only one application per organization per 12-month period; contact a program officer prior to applying.
Description
The Sarkeys Foundation provides grants to charitable, scientific, and educational institutions that are 501(c)(3) organizations headquartered in Oklahoma and serving Oklahomans. The Foundation prioritizes initiatives in education, social and human services, and culturally significant humanitarian programs that demonstrate statewide impact. Funding decisions are made by a Board of Trustees following a structured, transparent process that begins with a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) and, if invited, a full grant application. Emphasis is placed on collaboration, transparency, and measurable community benefit.
