Commemoration Fund

The Commemoration Fund's fifth application cycle is still open! For the last four years, grant awards have addressed disparities rooted in white supremacy and systemic racism with sustainable, collaborative solutions.

The grant cycle is open through Friday, January 31st for non-profit organizations that are innovatively serving Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and People of Color in the Tulsa area.

To apply and view grant guidelines, visit https://zarrow.org/commemorationfund

Remember to spread the word to other community leaders and efforts serving Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and People of Color in the Tulsa community!

The Commemoration Fund is proud to announce the 2024 grants total over $1 million to 32 organizations!

Chair Hannibal B. Johnson shared, "The Commemoration Fund is uniquely situated to stimulate the transformative work necessary to address race-based inequities. Through our strategic investments, we help incentivize and empower community-based nonprofits to develop both the people and the projects that lead to sustainable solutions."

For more information on each of the grant recipients and their programs, visit https://zarrow.org/commemorationfund

Commemoration Fund Chair Hannibal B. Johnson presents his latest book: "10 Ways We Can Advance Social Justice."
Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice and Magic City Books present an evening with Hannibal B. Johnson at Magic City Books on Monday, February 26 at 7pm.
Hannibal will be discussing his new book and will sign copies of his new book at the conclusion of the event.
This event is open to the public and free of charge.

The Commemoration Fund is proud to announce the 2023 grants totaling $1,033,975 for 30 organizations.

Vice Chair Eunice Tarver shared, “This year was the most competitive grant cycle to date with our highest number of applicants. Given the impact of our prior recipients’ work and this year’s record-breaking number of requests, these funds are changing lives and transforming our city, one initiative at a time. This is a testament of what is possible when the process of charitable funding truly becomes inclusive and accessible to communities of color.”

Secretary Ashley Harris Philippsen adds, "As we invest in these incredible organizations, we are inspired by their unyielding commitment to fostering a more equitable Tulsa. Their work is a beacon of hope, shining light on the path towards equity and justice. Through them, we remember that the pursuit of progress is not a solitary journey, but a collective effort deeply rooted in the power of community."

For more information on the grant awards, visit https://zarrow.org/commemorationfund/