Legacies That Live On: Churches Leaving a Lasting Impact – 10/18/2025
In our continuing series on endowments that sustain the Oklahoma Disciples Foundation Grants Program, we highlight churches that, even as they closed their doors, chose to leave permanent legacies. These congregations ensured their mission and spirit of service...
Continuing the Legacy: Endowments Supporting Senior Ministries – 10/11/2025
This week, our endowment series highlights four special funds that support senior ministry grants across Oklahoma. These endowments—each rooted in care, compassion, and legacy—continue to enrich the lives of older adults through programs that promote health, dignity,...
Honoring the Kyle Maxwell Fund – 10/4/2025
As part of our series showcasing the endowments that support the Oklahoma Disciples Foundation grants program, we are proud to highlight the Kyle Maxwell Fund. Each week, we share the story of an endowment that helps bring ministry to life across our region through...
Highlighting the Endowments Behind Our Grants Program – 9/27/2025
The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation is blessed with 19 endowments that provide vital support for our annual grants program. These endowments represent the generosity of donors who have invested in ministries that strengthen congregations and transform lives. Over the...
Celebrating 60 Years of the Oklahoma Disciples Foundation – 9/20/2025
As we prepare for our 60th anniversary celebration, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the history of the Oklahoma Disciples Foundation (ODF). The story begins in the 1960s with two nonprofit organizations—the Tulsa Christian Foundation (May 23, 1960, later renamed...
ODF’s 60th Anniversary: A Night of Celebration and Legacy – 9/13/2025
Don’t forget to mark your calendars! The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation’s 60th Anniversary Celebration is Friday, November 14, and we’d love for you to be part of it. With limited seating available, we encourage you to register soon. The registration deadline is...
Back to School Bash Brings Community Together – 9/6/2025
Western Oaks Christian Church held its Third Annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 2. Students from several local schools came together for a day filled with energy, generosity, and community spirit. Months of planning by Western Oaks Christian Church, local...
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Marilee Hattendorf – 8/30/2025
The Oklahoma Disciples Foundation remembers with gratitude the life of Marilee Hattendorf, a longtime member of Southern Hills Christian Church in Edmond who passed away on August 12, 2025. Marilee was known for her compassion, her servant heart, and her willingness...
Faith in Action: Oklahoma Disciples Make a Difference in Jamaica – 8/23/2025
In early July, a team of 41 from Oklahoma Disciples Congregations (FCC El Reno, Guthrie, Stillwater, Luther, and Central Christian Church, Enid) joined for a week of service with American-Caribbean Experience (ACE) in St. Mary, Jamaica. Part of their service included...
Grant Reporting: A Key Step in Stewarding Our Mission – 8/16/2025
As a reminder to all Oklahoma Disciples Foundation grantees, final grant reports are essential for our shared commitment to transparency and accountability. The 2025 Grant Year Information Page offers a link to a convenient online grant reporting form, making it...