The Kirkpatrick Family Fund's mission, inspired by John E. and Eleanor B. Kirkpatrick alongside their lineage, is to perpetuate their vision of enhancing the cultural and service community in central Oklahoma. This enduring legacy aims to foster a robust cultural landscape, promote health and well-being, and support the community through strategic philanthropy. The Fund operates with a commitment to nurturing excellence in programming, encouraging broad community participation, and fostering quality learning opportunities for both youth and adults.
The grant program focuses on projects that provide direct benefits to an organization's constituents, aiming for measurable results over a specified period. These project support grants can cover any direct operational costs. The Kirkpatrick Family Fund is interested in programs across several areas: Arts & Humanities, Children, Youth, & Families, Community Development, Education, Environment, Health, and Human Services. Each of these areas reflects the fund's commitment to nurturing community well-being, fostering educational opportunities, and supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing quality of life for all community members.