Altus Community Foundation

10/10/2026

Right in the heart of Altus on the west side of the downtown square!

10/09/2026

Altus Football Fans, did you know Jersey Mike's runs a special during football season?! Wear your Bulldog shirt into the Altus Jersey Mike's location and get a free drink and chips with your sub purchase! 🏈💙

We love when local businesses support our community! Be sure to set your reminders to eat Jersey Mike's on Fridays!

Jersey Mike's Subs
📍2221 N Main St

10/01/2026

So proud of our Preston!

The Altus Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board, Monica Taylor presented the 2026 Spirit of Altus Award to Preston Gunkel at last weekend’s Chamber Gala.

When we think about the spirit of Altus, we think about people who believe in this community—not just people who talk about making Altus better, but people who show up and get to work.

Preston is one of those people.

He has built a respected career, earned recognition across the state, and taken on leadership roles that have given him a platform far beyond our community. But through all of that success, he has never forgotten where he came from. He has never outgrown Altus, and he has never stopped believing that his hometown is worth investing in.

Preston has served on boards, chaired committees, helped organizations become stronger, and represented Altus throughout Oklahoma and beyond. But what truly sets him apart is the way he serves.

He doesn't just take a seat at the table. He gets up and gets to work.

He volunteers for the job nobody else wants. He shows up early, stays late, gathers donations, sets tables, helps clean up—and when something needs to be done, he doesn't wait to see whose job it is. He makes it happen.

But perhaps what makes Preston's impact most meaningful is that he doesn't do these things for recognition. He does them because he cares.

He cares about this community. He cares about its people. And he believes in leaving Altus a little better than he found it.
His professional success may take him beyond Altus at times, but his heart never leaves. Wherever Preston goes, he carries Altus with him. He represents us, advocates for us, and brings attention to our community—and then he comes home and gets back to work.

The Spirit of Altus shines brightly through Preston Gunkel.

Congratulations again, Preston, on receiving the 2026 Spirit of Altus Award! We are grateful for your leadership, your service, and your unwavering commitment to the community you call home.

09/17/2026

09/14/2026

Come out THIS Saturday to support these kiddos who grow their own pumpkins here locally! Orange Power Pumpkins

🎃 Did someone say it’s time for FALL?!?!🤩 The cutest kids around are back for the 5th year in a row with Orange Power Pumpkins for all of your home and business pumpkin decor needs!

Be sure and shop local and support these youngsters at their annual upcoming one-day sale THIS SATURDAY at the courthouse parking lot!

09/13/2026

Join in on this informative event!

09/13/2026

🌟Member Spotlight 🌟 It may be a little toasty working in this heat, but it’s still all smiles from Johnny Rivero, owner/operator of Rivero's Automotive LLC! With all 4 service bays full, Johnny has nothing to complain about!

If your vehicle needs repairs, give Johnny a call or stop by and see him at the shop at 301 W. Broadway in Altus!

Thank you, Johnny for all you do for our community!

09/09/2026

The Altus Community Foundation would like to extend its deepest appreciation to Chad Scott with Southern Grounds Lawncare for the maintenance and upkeep of our “Altus” sign on the north end of the city. Thank you Chad, for all you do for our community!