The Kirkpatrick Family Fund's mission, inspired by John E. and Eleanor B. Kirkpatrick alongside their lineage, is to perpetuate their vision of enhancing the cultural and service community in central Oklahoma. This enduring legacy aims to foster a robust cultural landscape, promote health and well-being, and support the community through strategic philanthropy. The Fund operates with a commitment to nurturing excellence in programming, encouraging broad community participation, and fostering quality learning opportunities for both youth and adults.
The Kirkpatrick Foundation offers grants focusing on several critical areas: arts and culture, education, animal wellbeing, environmental conservation, and historic preservation. Their goal is to foster a thriving, culturally rich, and compassionate community in Central Oklahoma. Specifically, the Foundation supports:
The foundation reviews small grants monthly and advises applicants to allow 60 days for the review process.