How much funding does Let's Talk About It provide?

Let's Talk About It provides Up to $1,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for Let's Talk About It?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Let's Talk About It

Oklahoma Humanities Council Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Humanities Grants

Funding Amount

Up to $1,500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Let's Talk About It

Program Type: Community book discussion program

Description: Since 1985, Oklahoma Humanities has strengthened communities by connecting Oklahomans through its dynamic book club program. Literature is a catalyst for meaningful conversations, encouraging readers to reflect on their experiences, share thoughts and ideas, consider diverse perspectives, and gain new insight.

Geographic Scope: Oklahoma statewide

Eligibility:

Nonprofit organizations

Open to all community members to attend (free and open to public)

What the Grant Covers:

Planning guide

Directory of participating literary experts

Grant of up to $1,500 to cover speaker honoraria and mileage

Educational essays providing background and context for selected themes

Multiple copies of books to be borrowed by program participants

Host Responsibilities:

Organizing and promoting the series

Accounting for grant expenditures

Monitoring circulation of books

Reporting on program outcomes

Adhering to Oklahoma Humanities branding requirements and logo usage guidelines

Joining with community partners to strengthen programs

Program Structure:

Each series includes 4-5 pre-selected books examining a single theme from multiple perspectives

Each program begins with a literary expert giving a 30-40 minute talk

Followed by community discussion

Themes include: food traditions and culture, coming of age stories, Oklahoma history, ethnic diversity, finding hope during difficult times

Recent Format (Fall 2025):

Abridged version offered with one program discussing one book instead of full series

Program Schedule:

Spring Season: Book reservations Jul. 1 – Nov. 1; Online applications Sept. 1 – Nov. 1; Programs Jan. 1 – Jun. 30

Fall Season: Book reservations Jan. 1 – May 1; Online applications Mar. 1 – May 1; Programs Jul. 1 – Dec. 31

Contact: Rayne McKinney (to reserve books and begin application process)

Sponsors:

Kirkpatrick Family Fund

McCasland

Oklahoma City University

Oklahoma City Community Foundation

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Contact Rayne McKinney to reserve books for your series (must complete before online application)
2. Complete the online grant application once books are reserved
3. Application Timeline:
- Spring programs: Book reservations Jul. 1 – Nov. 1; Online application submissions Sept. 1 – Nov. 1
- Fall programs: Book reservations Jan. 1 – May 1; Online application submissions Mar. 1 – May 1

Required Materials

Online application form
Book reservation confirmation
Proof of nonprofit status
Program promotion plan
Community partner information (recommended)

Support Available

Oklahoma Humanities will work with applicants to ensure a successful application and engaging program. Contact before applying if unsure about eligibility.