Tulsa Community Foundation

You're not alone. Many people want to do more with their philanthropy but aren't sure where to start. At TCF, we help you move from intention to action by taking it one step at a time, keeping it simple, and thinking long-term.

Ready to build your giving plan brick by brick?

Building Your Charitable Plan, Brick by Brick | Tulsa Community Foundation Most of us can think of something we fully intend to do—someday. Organize the photos. Update the estate plan. Have that family meeting. Reboot the exercise routine. Charitable planning often falls into that same category. We hear from many generous people who care deeply about their community and ...

Women are transforming the landscape of philanthropy. Over the next decade, trillions of dollars will transfer to women, and research shows women are increasingly leading charitable decisions in their families. Women often give more generously, more broadly, and more collaboratively.

At TCF, we partner with women and families through funds to make giving meaningful and lasting. Your generosity shapes our community. We're honored to support your philanthropic journey.

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Women and Philanthropy: Impact Across Generations | Tulsa Community Foundation March is Women’s History Month, and it’s a great time to check in on the increasing role of women in philanthropy. At TCF, we are honored to work with women across multiple generations. Women’s growing control over wealth is fueling transformative potential to reshape philanthropy. According t...

You likely review your financial accounts each year. Do the same for your charitable plan. Even well-intentioned donor advised funds and beneficiary designations can become outdated as family situations, advisors, or nonprofits change. A short annual check-in can ensure your wishes are clear and your legacy gives the way you intend.

Questions to consider: who is named as a successor? Is your fund correctly listed as a beneficiary? Do your heirs know your giving priorities?

Learn practical tips and why a brief review with TCF is worth the effort: https://tulsacf.org/your-charitable-intentions-plan-to-plan/ Please share with anyone who manages a donor-advised fund or charitable plan.

Your Charitable Intentions: Plan to Plan | Tulsa Community Foundation Many individuals and families spend a great deal of time setting up a charitable plan they feel good about. For example, they establish a donor advised or other type of fund at TCF, update IRA beneficiary designations so that the fund receives the proceeds, and leave general instructions about the t...

Have an old life insurance policy you no longer need?

Before cashing it in, consider using it for charitable giving. It's tax-efficient, flexible, and one of the most overlooked giving tools.

3 ways to give:
• Name charity as beneficiary
• Donate the policy for an immediate deduction
• Integrate with your Donor Advised Fund

Talk to your financial advisor, then reach out to us. We're here to help.

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Underappreciated and overlooked: Why life insurance matters to charitable giving | Tulsa Community Foundation Even in an era when term life insurance policies may appear to dominate, many people still hold whole life, variable life, or universal life insurance policies. In many cases, when the original need for a policy goes away (e.g., children become independent or other assets have increased to fill risk...

The 2025 TCF Annual Report is here! 📊

TCF worked alongside donors and nonprofit partners to create meaningful impact across our community and beyond. Together, we distributed $348.8 million in grants and supported causes in every sector.

Impact Highlights:
✨ $348.8M in grants distributed
✨ $6.3B in assets managed
✨ 2,000+ charitable funds
✨ 50+ scholarship programs
✨ $2M+ in disaster relief
✨ 2nd largest community foundation in the U.S.

From education and human services to arts and health, this report shows what's possible when donors, nonprofits, and our foundation work together with shared purpose. Thank you to everyone who made 2025 exceptional: our donors who entrusted us with their charitable goals, our nonprofit partners serving on the front lines, and our dedicated board and staff.

Read the full report:https://tulsacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TCF-2025-Annual-Report.pdf

Thinking about being more intentional with your charitable giving this year? You're not alone!

Many people start the new year with great intentions but feel overwhelmed by busy schedules, changing tax laws, and so many worthy causes to support. The good news? You don't have to figure it all out on your own. We've put together a simple 2026 Charitable Giving Checklist with three first steps to help you move from intention to action:
1️⃣ Review last year's giving – Our team can help you see the real impact of your 2025 contributions and identify new opportunities
2️⃣ Connect with your tax advisor – Early conversations about the new tax laws can help you make informed decisions and maximize your impact
3️⃣ Set goals for 2026 – Be proactive instead of reactive by creating a giving plan that aligns with your values

Whether you're brand new to strategic giving or you've been doing this for years, we're here as your trusted partner. Let's work together to make 2026 your most impactful year of giving yet.

Read the full guide and get started: https://tulsacf.org/get-started-now-your-2026-charitable-giving-checklist/

We've partnered with Tulsa People Magazine to bring you the Charitable Events Calendar featuring fundraising galas, benefits, and community events happening throughout the year.

Planning to attend more charity events in 2026? This is your essential resource. Mark your calendars and get ready to support the causes that matter most to you! View the full calendar: www.tulsapeople.com/tulsa-people/january-2026/2026-charitable-events-calendar/article_f1a6aa56-a2bb-4d92-8ed8-1de8e8ddb69a.html

2026 Charitable Events Calendar TulsaPeople is proud to present the 26th anniversary of this community resource, presented in association with the Tulsa Community Foundation.

We're featured in the latest TulsaPeople Magazine! CEO Phil Lakin Jr. shares why 2025 is a critical year for charitable giving, with major tax changes taking effect in 2026. The bottom line? If you're planning to give, doing it before December 31, 2025 helps you lock in higher tax benefits and avoid new limitations.

"Opening a donor-advised fund at TCF could allow you to give even more now and benefit more charities in the future. And that's exceptional for everyone involved." - Phil Lakin Jr.

Read the full article to learn how donor-advised funds work and why timing matters this year.

Year-end giving reminders from Tulsa Community Foundation With tax changes approaching at the end of this year due to recent legislation, Tulsa Community Foundation CEO Phil Lakin, Jr. says 2025 is a good time for those interested

"Giving defines what Tulsa is and has always been."

As Giving Tuesday approaches, many of you are thinking about where to direct your generosity. With 4,700 nonprofits in our city, finding the right ones to support can feel overwhelming.

Our CEO, Phil Lakin, shares 5 tips to help you give confidently and strategically, from vetting organizations to opening a donor advised fund.

Read Phil's full column in the Tulsa World: https://tulsaworld.com/opinion/column/article_0abe7996-f8f0-4581-a3cb-f3ad32651de0.html

Phil Lakin: Finding charities to support can become overwhelming. Here's some guidance My hope for you this season is that you will receive great joy by giving something of yours to build up others in our exceptional community.

Combine several years now. Keep annual grants steady. That is bunching with a donor advised fund. Open a fund: https://tulsacf.org/how-to-open-a-fund/ Not tax or legal advice.

Appreciated Stock 101: A more efficient way to give. Considering donating stock instead of cash? Open a fund: https://tulsacf.org/how-to-open-a-fund/ Not tax or legal advice.