Vision. The vision of the Kirkpatrick Foundation is to: 1) change public perception in Oklahoma about the positive value of the arts, arts and cultural education, and the delivery of arts and cultural education to students in Oklahoma schools; and 2) raise public awareness about animal research and conservation and Oklahoma’s natural and built environment.
Mission. The mission of the Kirkpatrick Foundation is to provide and leverage resources to support systemic change in how the arts, arts and cultural education, animal concerns, and the environment are valued in Oklahoma.
Description. Grants are provided for not-for-profit organizations qualified as public charities under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. We also fund public and private educational institutions and faith based educational programs. Priority is given to organizations serving Oklahoma, and particular emphasis is placed on programs and services directly benefiting citizens of the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.
Primary Fields of Interest. The Foundation’s primary fields of interest are:
- Arts and Culture
- Education
- Natural and Built Environments
- Animal Research and Conservation
Non-Qualifying Requests. Capital campaigns and endowments are not regularly funded. Grants may not be used to fund indirect costs or foundation fees. Grants are not awarded to:
- Individuals
- Lobbying Organizations
- Medical and Health Related Causes
- Social Welfare
- School Trips
Deadlines and Instructions. A letter of inquiry is required before a formal proposal may be considered. Upon review, an application form will be made available or the inquiry will be declined. Letters of inquiry are due by no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 1 and December 1. Letters of inquiry may be submitted any time prior to the deadline.
Formal proposals and required attachments are due by no later than 5:00 p.m. on January 15 and July 15. Proposals may be sent any time prior to the deadline, and applicants are encouraged to submit proposals early if possible. Applicants are encouraged to use the on-line process for the application and proposal narrative, and must submit required attachments by mail. However, if necessary, the application and proposal narrative may be typed and mailed with the attachments. Faxed or e-mailed proposals are not accepted.
Organizations who receive an award in one year may not reapply in the next consecutive year unless Kirkpatrick Foundation has received the report form in a timely manner. When mailing the proposal, applicants are encouraged to verify receipt.
Please fill in all items on the required forms (application, agreement and report). Accompanying materials should be minimal. Do not send proposals in a folder or notebook. Do not send press releases or printed articles. Brief brochures about the organization or a specific program are appreciated. Send only one copy of all materials.
Agreement and Reporting. An agreement form regarding the expenditure of grant funds, publicity, and reporting requirements must be completed and returned to the Kirkpatrick Foundation before grant checks are dispersed. The form will be mailed to applicants after grant awards are approved by the board of trustees in late March and September. A report form is required for all grant recipients within eleven months of the award.
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