The City of Choctaw takes pride in announcing the grants awarded to our city, which will provide support for a range of initiatives and projects. Grants are essential funding sources for cities and by sharing the grants we have received; we aim to celebrate the positive impact that these funding opportunities have on our city.

Community and Economic Resiliency Initiative/ ACOG/ OU Institute of Quality Communities - Develop planning demonstration (demo) sites that will model strategic community and long-term economic investment with a focus on placemaking and cultural heritage tourism.

Transportation Alternatives Grant/ Department of Transportation/ ACOG- Sidewalk for Harper & N.E. 23rd Street crossing and sidewalk to go from Harper south of 23rd St to west on Gilbert St to Choctaw Road.

Transportation Alternatives Grant/ Department of Transportation/ ACOG- Safety project for pavement marking on Harper between NE 23rd and NE 10th.

Transportation Alternatives Grant/ Department of Transportation/ ACOG- Safety project for pavement marking on Henney Road between NE 36th and SE 15th.

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act/ Federal Transit Administration- Safety Project/ Flashing Stop Signs.

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act/ Federal Transit Administration- Safety Project/ Indian Meridian School Zone.

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act/ Federal Transit Administration- Safety Project/ Choctaw Road/ Street striping.

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act/ Federal Transit Administration- Safety Project/ SE 15th/ Street Striping.

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act/ Federal Transit Administration- Safety Project/ Resurfacing Westminster Road/ Shared Project with MWC.

Oklahoma City Community Foundation's Older Adult iFund- The Senior Alliance Program for the Choctaw Senior Center.

Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department/ Recreational Trails Program- 10 Acre Lake Trail Phase 1 and 2 –Trail around 10 Acre Lake. Phase 1 Grant is approved.

Walmart/ Community Grant Program- Community Special Events Funding.

Oklahoma City Community Foundation/ Parks and Public Spaces Initiative- Land Scaping and Beautification at Rock Island Caboose Park.

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation- Battery powered extrication equipment.

FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grants- Personal protective equipment.

Foundation grants are awarded by private charitable organizations, usually with a specific focus and mission.

Nonprofit organizations offer grants to support specific causes or projects aligned with their mission.

Educational institutions offer grants to support research, academic programs, or student projects.

Arts and cultural organizations fund projects promoting arts, culture, and heritage often provide grants to artists, performers, and arts-related projects.

Community development organizations often offer grants to support revitalization efforts, small businesses, or community projects.

Corporate grants are offered by businesses to invest in social responsibility and community development. These grants are driven by corporate values and aim to create a positive impact in specific areas.

Government grants, whether local, state, or federal, are designed to address public needs and promote progress in various sectors.

Allocated grant funds are funds that have been specifically designated for a particular purpose or project.

Unallocated grant funds provide flexibility in how the funds can be used.

Grant recipients are required to utilize the granted funds exclusively for the intended purpose as stated in their application.

Visit our City Grants webpage regularly to stay updated on the grants that have been awarded and learn how they are making a difference in our city. If you have questions about grants, please contact Tawny Shelby at (405)281-5101.