Community News
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Federal probe of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre says ‘no avenue’ for criminal case in connection to attack
By SEAN MURPHY Updated 4:31 PM CST, January 10, 2025 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The first-ever U.S. Justice Department review of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre concluded Friday that while federal prosecution may have been possible a century ago there is no longer an avenue to bring a criminal case more than 100 years after one of the worst…
Federal judge grants preliminary injunction halting controversial Oklahoma immigration law
Xavier Richardson/ KFOR Updated: JUN 30, 2024 / 07:27 PM CDT OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — On Friday, a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction that puts a pause on House Bill 4156, a controversial law enabling Oklahoma law enforcement to arrest individuals on the basis of immigration status. The new law, which was scheduled to go…
‘Give them the opportunity to take them back’: Seattle museums pushed to repatriate native artifacts
By Lauren Donovan On February 12, 2024 A federal decree is forcing museums across the country to shut down exhibits and begin the process of returning indigenous artifacts. Reports show two Seattle institutions: The Burke Museum and the Seattle Art Museum, are taking steps towards repatriation. Community organizer and indigenous woman Colleen Echohawk (Pawnee, Athabascan)…
NE Oklahoma City childcare center offers unique education for kids
By Austin Breasette On February 5, 2024 OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A northeast Oklahoma City childcare center provides more than just sending kids to the playground. We’re talking about the Agriculture Sustainable Science Academy near NE 16th Street and Martin Luther King Boulevard. The goal of the academy is giving kids a diverse education starting at…
Rose State College offers $10 dental services throughout school semester
By Kaylee Douglas On February 5, 2024 MIDWEST CITY, Okla. (KFOR) – Rose State College’s Dental Hygiene Program is offering the community discounted preventative dental services at the on-campus dental clinic throughout its Spring and Fall semesters. “Providing dental services to the community ensures our students gain invaluable patient care experience and essential training to successfully complete…
Local Organizations
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The Hugs Project, started May, 2004 in Oklahoma by Ray and Karen Stark, is a non profit 501 C 3 organization. We were the first ones to send cool ties (affectionately nicknamed “hugs” since they go around the neck) to the Middle East. We recognized the need to help keep American Troops and our allies cool during the summer and warm during the winter. Our dedicated group also sends care packages and other handmade items to our Service Men and Women.
Feed the Children Teacher Store
Established over 40 years ago, Feed the Children is one of the leading anti-hunger organizations. The Teacher Store provides free classroom and student school supplies to teachers in pre-approved Title 1 schools to shop near our three locations. The goal is to reach as many Pre-K through 12th-grade students as possible by providing books and educational materials to full time teachers in the local public school district.
Citizens Caring for Children serves the needs of Oklahoma children living in foster care, the most vulnerable children in the state, by providing clothing, personal hygiene and continued support focused on education to build a brighter tomorrow.
Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women
The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women educates and empowers women around the world economically, socially and politically. We do this through our signature PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® program, which uses a four-pronged approach focused on in-country education in Afghanistan and Rwanda, US-based Leadership Development, mentorship with American women and men, and paying it forward in local communities. For the past 15 years, IEEW has educated and empowered 979 women business owners in Afghanistan and Rwanda.
Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform
Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform is a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to catalyze systemic change in Oklahoma's criminal justice system. We educate our fellow Oklahomans on the harms of mass incarceration and advocate to reduce those harms.
Oklahoma Blood Institute is the sixth largest nonprofit blood collector in America. OBI employs nearly 700 Oklahomans and works with 1,000 volunteers and 2,600 blood drive coordinators. Blood needed by patients in more than 160 medical facilities in Oklahoma is provided by donors with OBI. This includes exclusive service for every hospital in the metro-OKC area. More than 125,000 donors provide more than 250,000 gifts of blood yearly for transfusion and associated clinical services.
American Indian Cultural Center Foundation
American Indian Cultural Center Foundation is a cultural, ethnic awareness group in Oklahoma City, OK whose mission is: To construct and operate an American Indian Cultural Center and museum.
Filling Tummies enhances the lives of underprivileged mothers, infants, children, the elderly & extended families by providing food, formula, and basic resources. Our organization supports the community by feeding children, adults, and seniors of all races, and ages across Oklahoma City and surrounding areas. We focus on Food Deserts, and at risk areas where people are suffering from food insecurity. Our focus is to provide as many fresh fruits and vegetables as possible to support community health.
Food is an important part of community. We take donations from local businesses and use them to fight hunger. Help us connect with Donors and with people in need. Every Sunday, we mobilize our teams of volunteers to make a real difference. Join us and see what can be accomplished when you get an impassioned team to focus on change.
The role of the Oklahoma Autism Center (OAC) and the Oklahoma Autism Center Foundation (OACF) is to enhance the capacity of systems, individuals and communities across the state so they may effectively serve Oklahomans with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. This is accomplished through increased awareness and understanding; training; advocacy; and, research and program development. Though not a direct service delivery organization, OACF supports partner organizations in meeting identified needs by providing funding, technical assistance and other resources.
Upcoming Events
Rx Racial Healing Circle Registration
Thank you very much for your interest in the Bishop Arts Theatre Center’s Rx Racial Healing Circle™ offering to eradicate the fallacy of racial human hierarchy. We look forward to seeing you on Monday, April 29th, 6:00 – 8:30 pm. Please complete the following information to register for the offering.
For Oak Cliff Food Distribution- indoors
Oak Cliff exists in a food desert and our community faces extreme disparities in health outcomes. We need volunteers weekly to support food justice initiatives.
For Oak Cliff Food Distribution- indoors
Oak Cliff exists in a food desert and our community faces extreme disparities in health outcomes. We need volunteers weekly to support food justice initiatives.
Soldiers’ Angels Dallas Military & Veteran Food Distribution
Soldiers’ Angels Hunger Relief Program is proud to be hosting a Food Distribution to supply low-income veteran families with food assistance. Soldiers’ Angels provides an easy, no-cost way for Dallas Service Members and Veterans in need to receive food assistance. Volunteers pack bags of groceries and load them into cars, pushcarts, or backpacks of registered…
Walk for HOPE
Come join us for the 18th annual Walk for HOPE on Sunday May 19, 2024! There will be multiple local 5K Walks around Massachusetts! Since our first Walk we have raised close to $1,000,000 in support of food insecurity. We will be donating funds to nine pantries in the Greater Boston area and HOPE worldwide.
The Texas Black Womxn Reproductive Justice Summit
An immersive summit experience centered in celebrating radical self-care, offering Black womxn a space that radiates authenticity, self-love, and community care. Created in direct response to the lack of press coverage, effective policy strategies, and advocacy initiatives designed for Black womxn’s reproductive health in Texas, this summit convenes Black womxn to lead conversations on critical…
Earth Day Clean Up 2024
Join Scottsdale Fashion Square, as we team up with Scottsdale Police Department, for an Earth Day clean up of Old Town Scottsdale! Let’s come together to make a positive impact on our environment by beautifying our local community around the center and surrounding areas! Meet at Capital One Cafe at 7am – we will provide…
Race to Cure Sarcoma
The Race to Cure Sarcoma (RTCS) brings together hundreds of members of the community who have been impacted by this disease. Each year, the Sarcoma Foundation of America raises awareness and funds for much-needed research, through RTCS events across the country.
The Boston Dyke March
Since 1995, the Boston Dyke March has remained committed to offering a non-commercial, intersectional, and fundamentally grassroots alternative to Boston’s Pride celebration. We strive to elevate voices marginalized in society and even within the lgbtq+ community.
Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk
Every year suicide claims more lives than war, murder, and natural disasters combined, and yet suicide prevention doesn’t get anywhere near the funding given to other leading causes of death. It’s up to Walkers like us to make a difference. Together we can change the conversation about mental health and put a stop to this…
Local Hero Spotlight
Members can nominate a local hero for recognition on their local LoveJustice.com city page!
Anyone and everyone can make an impact, and at LoveJustice we believe that they deserve to be recognized for their good, necessary work!
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