About Us

Established in 2003, the Women’s Foundation of Oklahoma advocates positive change for Oklahoma women and girls. Born out of the generosity of Merle Chambers, WFO was founded to give back to our state in a unique and deliberate way. Ms. Chambers knew what so many of us know—when women are empowered, the whole community flourishes. 

Our Mission

Our mission is improve the lives of women and girls in Oklahoma.

Our History

Merle Chambers’ family was one of many that profited from the oil and gas industry in Oklahoma, Wyoming, Montana and North Dakota. In an effort to say thank you to these states, Merle had a strong desire to give back. As president of Chambers Family Fund, she is accustomed to giving away money. Her desire, however, was to do more than just give away money, she wanted to make a real change.

Why women and girls

For the past two decades, funds for women and girls have improved access to education, jobs and asset growth. In turn, they have helped reduce teen pregnancy rates, increased the number of women and girls who complete their education, support positive early job experiences and strengthening sustainable economic self-sufficiency. As we increase our investments, these achievements will continue to grow in Oklahoma.

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Impact

The Women’s Foundation of Oklahoma has committed to provide ongoing support to programs, projects, and initatives that broaden Oklahoma women and girls’ access to opportunities to increase their economic self-sufficiency.

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Future Plans

Women’s Foundation of Oklahoma will not be hosting a grant cycle in 2023. Please stay tuned as we plan for the future.

Impact

The Women’s Foundation of Oklahoma committed to provide ongoing support to programs, projects, and initiatives that broaden Oklahoma women and girls’ access to opportunities to increase their economic self-sufficiency through grants to Oklahoma colleges and universities. 

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