NONPROFIT NOTES
Hall of Fame, museum choose board
Chickasaw Nation Gov. Bill Anoatubby will continue his term as chairman of the board for the Oklahoma Hall of Fame and Gaylord-Pickens Museum. He will serve as chairman through December. Members of the board of directors for 2019 also have been selected for their respective terms and continue to be a guiding agent of success for the 92 yearold statewide organization. Mark A. Stansberry will continue to serve as chairman emeritus. Bruce T. Benbrook will serve as chairman-elect. Elected vice chairmen are: Phil B. Albert, Chief Gary Batton, Nevyle R. Cable, Ken Fergeson, Edna Mae Holden and Xavier Neira. Corporate secretary is Jennifer M. Grigsby, and treasurer is Steve Burrage. At large executive committee members are Clayton I. Bennett, Amanda Clinton and Linda English Weeks. Newly elected board members are Jane Jayroe Gamble, Anne M. Greenwood, Whitney Rainbolt, Maxey Reilly, Bob Ross and Bill Schonacher. For more information, go to oklahomahof.com or call 235-4458.
Double the fight against senior hunger
In Oklahoma, one in 10 seniors go without consistent access to nutritious food, which can lead to chronic health conditions. Thanks to a generous donor, Oklahomans can now double the impact of their gifts to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, up to $100,000, to help provide more meals to seniors in need. Meals to seniors are provided through food pantries, emergency shelters, soup kitchens and senior nutrition programs. To donate, go to feedokseniors.org or call 600-3136.
Wings of Freedom Tour to touch down in city
The Collings Foundation's Wings of Freedom Tour is coming March 22-24 to Wiley Post Airport, 7200 NW 63 St., featuring a B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, B-25 Mitchell bombers, P-51 Mustang and P-40 Warhawk fighters. This is a rare opportunity to visit, explore and learn more about these rare treasures of aviation history. Visitors can explore the aircraft inside and out. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Visitors may also experience 30-minute flights aboard these rare aircraft. For reservations and information on flight experiences, call 800-568-8924 or go to collngsfoundation.org.
Fundraiser to benefit school for homeless children
Tickets are now on sale for Cork & Canvas, benefiting Positive Tomorrows. The event is 6 to 9 p.m. April 4 at Coles Garden, 1415 NE 63 St. Cork & Canvas will feature wine pairings, a signature cocktail, appetizers, and silent and live auctions. The event will highlight original artwork created by the students at Positive Tomorrows, Oklahoma's only elementary school specifically for children experiencing homelessness. Tickets are $50. For tickets, go to positivetomorrows.org or call 556-5082. Attendees must be 21 or older.
Race, walk benefits Edmond Animal Shelter
EDMOND — The 2019 Mutts & More 5K and Dog Walk is 2 p.m. April 14 at Mitch Park, benefiting Paws for Life's medical fund for the Edmond Animal Shelter. Paws for Life assists the shelter with unique medical needs of the dogs and cat. Some of the medical costs average $11,000 to $13,000 a year. Paws for Life is able to save lives by funding these expenses. Sponsorships and donations are needed for the event. For more information, contact race director Stephanie Coldiron at 250-6864 or steph. coldiron@gmail.com or go to pawsforlifeinc.com.
Uptown Uncorked features wine, food tastings
Uptown 23rd's annual fundraiser returns to the Tower Theatre from 7 to 10 p.m. April 11. Uptown Uncorked features the best Uptown restaurants along with tastings from local breweries and wine distributors. General admission is $50 and VIP tickets are $75. VIP ticket holders will receive a wine tumbler and early entrance at 6 p.m. All event attendees will receive a commemorative tasting glass. All proceeds benefit the Uptown 23rd District Association, which contributes to the beautification and revitalization of the district. For more information and tickets, go to uptown23rd.com/ uptownuncorked.