All around greatness. Do you need help? Are you looking to volunteer? The Food Bank makes it easy…read morewith their extremely beautiful and well-organized facility. They partner with great groups like John 3:16 and many more. They believe in providing a well balanced and full substance meals to those in need to all ages. They spread community awareness through great events like Restaurant Week, Thanksgiving Day Race and more. There are truly probably a million ways to connect, check out how on their website: http://okfoodbank.org/

From the owner: We provide food and other donated goods to 450 Partner Programs in 24 counties of eastern Oklahoma…read more These programs include emergency food pantries, soup kitchens, emergency shelters, after-school programs and senior citizen centers. Together, we provide over 250,000 meals each week to people struggling with hunger.

Visiting the Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center was such an amazing and powerful…read moreexperience. It was incredible to learn about the history of Greenwood and see it up close through pictures and exhibits. Being from Oakland, CA, I've learned about this history through stories, videos, and books. But actually standing in Greenwood and seeing the history displayed on the walls made it feel so real and meaningful. It gave me a deeper understanding and appreciation for the strength and resilience of the community. This museum is a must-see for anyone visiting the Tulsa area. It's educational, moving, and something you won't forget.

The history of the Greenwood Massacre/Tulsa Race Massacre is a stain on Oklahoma history not only…read morebecause of the atrocities white south Tulsans committed, but the lack of appropriate response from Oklahoma law enforcement and state government. Nevertheless, in the early 21st century Tulsans of all races have come together to remember and heal in this fantastic museum experience that weaves early Oklahoma history, African-American north Tulsa prosperity, devastation of white supremacy and greed, and pathways forward. People from all over the globe stop in by the dozens, hundreds, and even thousands per day. There are photos, videos, and exhibits to immerse oneself in the history and the pathway forward.

Dear Administration…read more. Your dental program is fantastic and very professional however your rules in regards to canceling an appointment is absurd! Apparently 24 hours notice was not enough time to cancel an appointment! The gal at the front desk clearly told me I was not invited back because I did not make a 48 hour cancellation notice After experiencing an emergency that was beyond and out of my control over the weekend. My appointment was on Tuesday! There was absolutely no understanding no forgiveness whether I am disabled which I am or not whether I'm young or elderly.. this 48 hour cancellation notice is absurd! Now I'm halfway through treatment I have to find some other dental program that will help fit my budget I am disabled on a strict income.. Dear Catholic Charities what do you suggest?

The whole situation. The workers were very helpful and went out of their way to work for us!read more

What a great local nonprofit! Me and my friends came here to serve and we had a good time. They had…read morea good quantity of items ready for people in need. I had the opportunity to sort them out and put them on shelves. Overall, great place and you should look in to serving here.

I donate gently used children's clothes and toys here. This is a great service for…read moremothers and children in need!

This is a great community center! They are going through some construction updates so the building…read morewill be even better once they're all done. They have a lot of different fitness classes to choose from including dance options (line dance/swing dance). Their schedule also includes social activities, education program, holiday and special events as well as open gym and weight room. Their schedule is Monday to Thursday: 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. If you are interested in the Line Dance classes, they are every Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m. The Swing Dance classes are every Monday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. They are each $5 per class. Tae Kwon Do classes are every Saturday, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. That's $10/month! Sometimes they have an indoor marketplace which is a great way to make some extra money and find some great bargains. They also have outdoor facilities which include a pool, lighted tennis courts, multi-purpose ball fields, picnic tables, and play areas. The main reason why I like Lacy though and why I bring people here is to show the 60-foot "Black Experience" mural by artist Felix Cole. It's amazing!

Food on the Move is one of my favorite nonprofits. They focus on transforming food deserts into…read morefood-secured areas through food distribution, educational programs, workforce development, health assessments, and innovative solutions. Taylor Hanson started it in 2014 after being inspired by U.N. Ambassador Edward J. Perkins (he oversaw the end of South Africa's apartheid government and the release of Nelson Mandela while serving as the US Ambassador to South Africa). They host mobile food events and foster the return of permanent grocery stores and healthy food systems. Their monthly Community Events bring together partners, health resources, and have a pay-as-you-can model for fresh produce and prepared meals. They make it fun by having local DJs, food trucks, art classes, and more. They also have community gardens and teach an afterschool program in schools focused on teaching innovative urban farming systems, like hydroponics. I'm super excited for them to build their Food Home, which will be a community space with a market, urban farm, and food hub. I learn so much about the importance of micro greens and sustainable food practices from them.

Tulsa's newest YMCA is officially open! I've been looking forward to this location since I heard…read moreabout it in November. It is an impressive facility on the west of Riverside. There's a beautiful mural on the east side of the building. As soon as I walked in, I was blown away by another colorful mural of a soccer player and a floating ball installation. It is called "The World in Play" with each ball representing a country with an active YMCA soccer program. This location will feature three indoor fields, but right now, only the soccer one is fully finished. To the left, there's a cardio circuit training with state-of-the-art equipment, including two curved self-propelling treadmills, which engages more muscle groups and mimicked a more natural running motion. Next to the circuit, there are restrooms, showers, lockers, and a local soccer jersey collection. To the right, there's a meeting room and "The Hive", an interactive obstacle course that seems super fun for kids (ages 8 and up). It has climbing ropes, ball obstacles, game targets, and a scoreboard to play games. On the second floor, there are more cardio and strength equipment. There's an age limit to go upstairs (15+). To join, they don't have a joining fee. Membership prices are available on their website starting at $28 a month. Nearby residents get a free memberships.

Fab Lab (fabrication laboratory) is a nonprofit in Kendall Whittier that provides access to…read moreadvanced manufacturing and digital fabrication tools, equipment, technology and resources. If you're ever curious about checking this makers space out, they have tours every Saturday at 1pm. It's an amazing facility. The building opened in 2022 and it was made just for them so it's a huge upgrade from their previous location, where they were for 11 years. They now have an open floor plan with high ceilings and lots of natural light along with 20+ machines available. From laser cutters/engravers to water jets and 3D printers, the resources they offer are mind blowing. Fab Lab Tulsa is one of 1500+ MIT-chartered Fab Labs in 90+ countries and the first in the southeastern region of the U.S. (that's right, not even Dallas has one). Aside from the studio on the first floor, they have a metal lab and a wood lab, each with 10+ machines available. Both labs have a minimum age and require PPE to be worn at all times. The second floor has classrooms and a conference room. They have a membership model with lots of options depending on how many hours per month you'd like to have as well as what room. The pricing starts at $39 a month, which sounds like an incredible deal since you get to use machines that are $30-60k. Classes are also available for signup on their website along with education programming for kids. They have a couple of workforce initiatives as well. This is a huge asset in our community!

Walk in the door at Fablab and possibilities seem endless! They offer monthly memberships and…read moretraining on a variety of the tools they offer. Whether you're a casual weekend DIY-er or a dedicated tinkerer you'll find the tools and expertise that you need to take your project to the next level. Helpful and knowledgeable staff are available to help make your ideas a reality.