Historical Preservation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Historical Preservation Inc is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,750 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $7,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,750
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $23,915 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,023 | 11 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $23,915 | 14 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $18,750 | 7 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
Historical Preservation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Historical Preservation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 7 | $18,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Preservation Oklahoma | Overholser mansion | $7,500 |
| Shartel Boulevard Development Authority | Maintenance and beautification | $5,000 |
| Preservation Oklahoma | Heritage hills home tour | $2,500 |
| Wilson Arts Inc | Maintenance and beautification | $1,500 |
| St Lukes Methodist Church | Home tour appreciation | $1,000 |
| Neighborhood Alliance of Central Oklahoma Inc | Good neighbor awards banquet | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma City Community Foundation | Memorial for debbie blackburn | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Marva Ellard
- Alan Kirkpatrick
- Amy Sergent
- Judy Lambert
- Mary Kay Gumerlock
- Cara Parent
Questions people ask
Does Historical Preservation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Historical Preservation Inc give?
$18,750 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Historical Preservation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Marva Ellard (President), Alan Kirkpatrick (1st Vice President), Amy Sergent (2nd Vice President) and Judy Lambert (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Historical Preservation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and community development.