Annual Competitive Grants

Annual Competitive Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Cherokee Strip Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $10,000
Last Updated: June 21, 2025

Summary

The Cherokee Strip Community Foundation, established in 2000, aims to enhance the quality of life in Northwest Oklahoma. With over $32 million in assets, it distributes more than $1 million annually through its Annual Competitive Grants. The foundation prioritizes projects that address community needs, promote collaboration among non-profits, and leverage additional funding. Eligible applicants must be IRS tax-exempt non-profits from the Cherokee Strip Region, with grants typically ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.

Overview

Our History The Enid Community Foundation for Excellence was established in 2000 with the intent of improving the quality of life for not only the residents of Enid but also those in Northwest Oklahoma. Initially, the Enid Community Foundation was funded by a $1.8 million challenge match from the Sisters of Mercy. Over the past 22 years the foundation has acquired more than $32 million in assets and distributes more than $1 million in grants and scholarships annually. In 2009, we changed our name to the Cherokee Strip Community Foundation as we serve all of Northwest Oklahoma. Annual Competitive Grants The chances of your agency's proposal being funded are substantially increased if the project: Proposes practical solutions to community problems.Is responsive to changing or emerging community needs.Leverages or generates other funding or resources. Promotes cooperation among non-profit agencies without duplicating efforts.Addresses prevention as well as assistance for a problem.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Cherokee Strip Community Foundation welcomes proposals from any non-profit organization in the Cherokee Strip Region with an IRS tax exempt status.The Foundation will consider funding for special projects, innovative programs, and equipment.Most grants are in the $1,000 to $10,000 range.Larger grants could be made on occasion. The Cherokee Strip Region includes Enid & Northwestern Oklahoma.

Ineligibility

As a rule the Foundation does not make grants for: Medical or scholarly research.Membership fees.Fundraising activities or events.Debt reduction or operational deficits. Sectarian religious purposes.Travel for groups, such as school classes, clubs or sports teams.Capital debt reductions.Individuals.Political projects.