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Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Grant Program

The application period for this grant program has closed.

Grants-in-Aid Program

The Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Grant Program is a grants-in-aid program offered by the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS).

The objectives of this program include connecting All-Black towns and locations significant to the Civil Rights Movement in Oklahoma, including many Native American sites of historical significance; stimulating tourism; fostering entrepreneurship; and promoting economic development within these communities.

2025 Grant Cycle

The Oklahoma Historical Society opened applications for the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Grant Program on Thursday, January 2, 2025, and applications closed February 15, 2025. Awards were announced in May.

This grants-in-aid program awarded grants to municipal, county, or tribal governments, and not-for-profit historical organizations or friends groups of historical organizations registered with the Oklahoma Secretary of State. The total amount of funds to be granted, as well as specific grants awarded, was based on legislative appropriations, federal funds, and gifts and donations to the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail revolving fund.


Contact Us

Bridget Lewis
Civil Rights Trail Grant Management Specialist
405-521-4533
bridget.lewis@history.ok.gov