The Cuesta Foundation
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Grant Application Timeline
Beginning in 2026, The Cuesta Foundation will be participating in a capital campaign with the University of Tulsa over the next several years. As a result, the application process will be temporarily suspended. We encourage organizations to continue reaching out with any questions or to share relevant information during this period. Please also check this webpage periodically for updates regarding this change. We appreciate your understanding.
Funding the Tulsa, Oklahoma community; operational and capital support for organizations that address Arts & Humanities, Education, Social Services, Community Needs
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Contact Information
405-755-5571
1024 E. Britton Road, Suite 200
Oklahoma City, OK 73131
cboone@fmiokc.com
2026 Grant Areas of Support
2026 Grants Awarded
Arts, Culture, and Humanities
Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden Inc. – $2,000
Education
ESK8 Racing Academy – $10,000
The University of Tulsa – $156,250
Religious
CRU/Campus Crusade for Christ – $2,300
Directors
Gregory W. Oliphant
Chairman/President
Jamie Oliphant
Vice President
Thomas J. Oliphant
Director
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Foundation History
The Cuesta Foundation was formed on May 16, 1962, by Charles W. Oliphant and his sister, Allene O. Mayo, to continue the philanthropic legacy of their father, A.G. Oliphant.
Foundation Mission
The Directors of the Cuesta Foundation want to bring joy to their communities and its citizens by funding charitable organizations “that are making a long-term impact and serving mankind by assisting people who are in need and who have a desire to better themselves.” Organizations that can demonstrate this philosophy will be considered above others.
Cuesta Foundation will support operational expenses and capital needs of qualifying organizations.
The Foundation’s area of emphasis are Arts and Humanities, Education, Social Services and Community Needs.
Community Projects
Major philanthropic accomplishments of the Cuesta Foundation include: The University of Tulsa’s Oliphant Hall and the Oliphant Chair in Mathematics, the Tulsa Children’s Museum, exhibit expansions at the Tulsa Zoo and Oklahoma Aquarium, and Crosstown Learning Center’s continuing education for teachers.
The Cuesta Foundation
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Beginning in 2026, The Cuesta Foundation will be participating in a capital campaign with the University of Tulsa over the next several years. As a result, the application process will be temporarily suspended. We encourage organizations to continue reaching out with any questions or to share relevant information during this period. Please also check this webpage periodically for updates regarding this change. We appreciate your understanding.
Funding the Tulsa, Oklahoma community; operational and capital support for organizations that address Arts & Humanities, Education, Social Services, Community Needs
Preference will be given to the following:
Organizations in Tulsa, OK