Program Funding
United Way of Norman is a leader in community impact. We strategically invest funds to meet basic needs and tackle the root of community issues. Our funding strategy focuses on long-term goals, such as increasing the economic stability of families and improving the health and safety of children and adults in our community.
The Request For Proposal (RFP) process allows qualified non-profit organizations to submit program proposals aligned with United Way of Norman's Community Impact Goals. It is a competitive grant review process. Collaboration and creativity are encouraged. Funded programs will be required to measure prescribed outcomes and report them to United Way and the community.
Questions? Email Diane Murphree or call 405.329.2025
Application
All organizations seeking funding from United Way of Norman for FY2027 must complete a Letter of Intent (LOI) application. The LOI will determine if an organization is eligible to complete the more comprehensive Request For Proposal (RFP) application in February 2026.
Applications for the Letter of Intent for FY 2027 will open January 7, 2026.
Organizations must be certified through the Letter of Intent before submitting a Request For Proposal. Please contact Diane Murphree with any questions.
The Request For Proposal application will open February 4, 2026.
Letter of Intent Issued
January 7, 2026
Letter of Intent Due
January 21, 2026 @ 5:00 pm
Request For Proposal Issued
February 4, 2026
Request For Proposal Due
February 25, 2025 @ 5:00 pm
Councils Meet for Funding Decisions
March/April 2026
Board Approves Funding
May 2026
Award Letters Issued
May 31, 2026
FY2027 Funding Begins
July 1, 2026