Helping Nowata succeed today & tomorrow.
Nurturing Neighbors
We are a team of dedicated neighbors and volunteers who are committed to the betterment of Nowata.
Cultivating Community
As a collection of endowed funds, we grant money to causes that support and cultivate real change in Nowata.
Flourishing Futures
We reinvest every gift directly back into Nowata, leaving a legacy of care that benefits Nowatans for years to come.
Who We Are
Local volunteers looking out for local interests.
Nowata Community Foundation is a collection of endowed funds and individual contributions that benefit the charitable organizations, programs, and special projects of Nowata. Our purpose is to provide a steady source of income to our community, along with special grants.
"BY HELPING FUND THE REMOVAL OF DILAPIDATED PROPERTIES, NCF PARTNERS WITH THE CITY TO STRENGTHEN AND ENHANCE OUR ENTIRE COMMUNITY." GARRY GIBSON, MAYOR OF NOWATA
"NCF HAS BEEN INSTRUMENTAL IN SUPPORTING OUR LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL PROGRAMS, HELPING STRENGTHEN OPPORTUNITIES FOR NOWATA’S YOUTH." ROBERT FISCHER, NOWATA YOUTH LEAGUE
"SERVING 130 FAMILIES IN NOWATA COUNTY, LOAVES AND FISHES FOOD BANK RELIES ON SUPPORT LIKE NCF’S FUNDING FOR FOOD AND CRITICAL EQUIPMENT REPAIRS." TERRI BARTHOLAMEW, FOOD BANK DIRECTOR
"BY HELPING FUND THE REMOVAL OF DILAPIDATED PROPERTIES, NCF PARTNERS WITH THE CITY TO STRENGTHEN AND ENHANCE OUR ENTIRE COMMUNITY." GARRY GIBSON, MAYOR OF NOWATA "NCF HAS BEEN INSTRUMENTAL IN SUPPORTING OUR LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL PROGRAMS, HELPING STRENGTHEN OPPORTUNITIES FOR NOWATA’S YOUTH." ROBERT FISCHER, NOWATA YOUTH LEAGUE "SERVING 130 FAMILIES IN NOWATA COUNTY, LOAVES AND FISHES FOOD BANK RELIES ON SUPPORT LIKE NCF’S FUNDING FOR FOOD AND CRITICAL EQUIPMENT REPAIRS." TERRI BARTHOLAMEW, FOOD BANK DIRECTOR
What We Do
Improving lives through community-driven works.
By bringing funds together, NCF is able to provide investment and grant making support for the greatest areas of need in our community. This reinvestment cultivates real change.
The branches of our foundation.
Funds
The Nowata Community Foundation is a collection of endowed and donated funds that benefit the Nowata community.
Scholarships
Through generous support, we administer donor funded scholarships to Nowata Public School students.
Events
The Foundation supports community events and volunteer opportunities that bring people together.
Past
EVENTS
Events over the years2025 Event
G.L. Myers Jr. Golf Tournament & Auction
Our latest event held on October 11, 2025 was a great success. The 6th Annual G.L. Myers Jr. Golf Tournament & Auction Dinner gathered neighbors and friends while raising funds for our community. Thank you for your continued support.
How We Work
The Foundation’s structure.
How We Do It
Plant the Seed
It is a generous network of donors, volunteers, and neighbors that create our success. Your seed money allows the work to be done.
Who We Are
Deep Roots
Our foundation is made up of Nowatans with deep roots in the community. Our aim is to also grow the roots of others in Nowata.
What We Do
Strong Branches
Our programs make up the strong branches of our foundation. They are the bedrock of our community cultivation.
Why It Matters
Fruits of our Labor
The goal is to have a lasting impact on the future of our community and for Nowata to see the benefits for years to come.
How We Do ItSupport Nowata Today
All support goes directly to funding the needs of our community. It is only through donors like you that the work can be done.
