MFA Oil Foundation Grant

The MFA Oil Foundation Grant offers cash support to nonprofit organizations focused on enhancing communities where MFA Oil operates. With a mission to bolster rural areas, the foundation prioritizes initiatives that develop youth leadership, agricultural education, and community problem-solving. Eligible applicants include tax-exempt nonprofits and accredited educational institutions. However, grants are not available for operating expenses, political lobbying, or individual support. This initiative seeks to empower organizations that create sustainable change in their communities.

Apply for a cash grant to support your nonprofit organization.
The MFA Oil Foundation provides cash grants to support nonprofit organizations that are working to improve communities where MFA Oil has a significant concentration of members and employees.
Programs designed to build knowledge and leadership skills of rural youth.Agricultural and cooperative education programs.Organizations actively addressing and solving community problems and improving quality of life.

Eligibility

EligibilityPrimary focus of improving communities where MFA Oil has a significant concentration of members and employees. Nonprofit organizations may apply for MFA Oil Foundation grants. Generally, donations are restricted to organizations that have been granted tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.Accredited public or private colleges, universities and community colleges are eligible, as well as elementary and secondary schools, with a valid state tax exemption form.Grants are limited to one per organization per two-year period.Requests must be for tangible items that can be reused and have a long life to the organization.

Ineligibility

Generally, funds will not be awarded for the following:Operating expenses (disposable items, overhead costs, daily expenses, transportation costs, rental fees, registration fees, etc.)
Lobbying, political and religious organizations
National organizations (local chapters of some organizations may be eligible)
Veteran, fraternal, and labor organizations (projects that enhance the community by these organizations may be allowed pending board approval)
Individuals (housing costs, therapy, clothing, personal care items, diapers, etc.)
Fundraising events, dinners or benefits
Advertising expenses (pamphlets, marketing materials, printing expenses, etc.)
Non-tangible items such as kits or software
Agriculture programs not administered by colleges, public schools, 4H, or FFA