Calling all local nonprofits
The United Way of Central Oklahoma is inviting local non profits to submit innovative ideas for addressing the health and human service needs of central Oklahoma. Successful applicants could receive up to $250,000 in onetime funding.
Submitted ideas must address the organization' s five focus areas: strong families, successful kids, healthy citizens, independent living and community preparedness. Finalists, in a format similar to the Shark Tank TV series, will pitch their ideas to a panel of community leaders, who will select then on profit(s) with the most promising and viable ideas to receive one-time funding from United Way of Central Oklahoma.
“Nonprofits are facing unprecedented ch allenges, not only to meet existing needs of the community, but also those that continue to emerge from the pandemic,” said Debby Hampton, president and CEO of United Way of Central Oklahoma.
“United Way is excited to provide an opportunity for central Oklahoma nonprofits to think outside of the box and present ideas that could make a significant impact on health and human service needs in our community.”
The Way Finder Innovation Grant application process begins at 3 p.m. May 20, with a virtual informational meeting via Zoom. Interested nonprofits may RSVP to attend bye mailing wayfinder@ united wa yo kc. org by Friday, May 15. For more information on the Way Finder Innovation Grant visit www.unitedwayokc.org/ wayfindergrant or email wayfinder@unitedwayokc.org.
More campgrounds reopening
K amp grounds of America, the world's largest system of privately held campgrounds, has opened locations in Che cot ah, Clare more, Du rant and Salli saw to leisure camping after Oklahoma lifted its COVID- 19 restrictions, according to a news release.
Earlier this month, KOA opened properties in Calumet, Choctaw and Foss to RV guests.
“Our locally owned and operated campgrounds are excited and ready to do what they do best: share the great outdoors with everyone ,” KO A CEO and President Toby O' Rourke said .“We' re working diligently with all our locations to put the proper protocols in place to ensure the welfare of our staff and our campers.”
In most cases, campgrounds will be operating with modifications to activities, amenities and site options. Visit KOA. com to learn more and make reservations.