The McMahon Foundation

06/11/2026

Still time to sign up for our next grant application orientation on June 16th from 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM!

Please RSVP for the upcoming Grant Training session organized by the McMahon Foundation.

06/11/2026

"Do one thing every day that scares you."

This year, Lawton Chautauqua will bring the life of Eleanor Roosevelt to the stage.

Known for her advocacy, leadership, and commitment to public service, Roosevelt transformed the role of First Lady and became one of the most influential women of the twentieth century.

Join the Lawton Chautauqua to learn more about her remarkable life and lasting impact.

06/10/2026

📚 Coming June 16–21: Lawton Chautauqua 2026

The McMahon Foundation is proud to support this year's Lawton Chautauqua, a week-long celebration of history, education, and lifelong learning.

Through workshops, seminars, and living-history performances, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the lives and legacies of:

• William Clark
• Sojourner Truth
• Washington Irving
• Eleanor Roosevelt
• Lucille Ball

Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply curious to learn something new, there is something for everyone.

06/08/2026

🎥 Investing in the Next Generation of Storytellers

Later this week, students from across our community are participating in the Lawton Media Academy, a partnership between the McMahon Foundation, Ga***rd College of Journalism and Mass Communication, and Cameron University.

Participants will learn directly from media professionals while developing skills in storytelling, journalism, photography, video production, and digital media.

Student projects created during the academy will be submitted to the Oklahoma Institute for Duty to Journalism, providing young people an opportunity to share important stories and gain real-world experience.

We are proud to support opportunities that help students discover their voices and develop skills that will serve them for years to come.

06/05/2026

Let's Talk Community

If you could invest in one thing to make Lawton stronger for the next generation, what would it be?

📚 Education

🎨 Arts & Culture

🏥 Health & Wellness

🏘 Community Development

👧 Youth Programs

Tell us in the comments.

06/04/2026

📣 Calling all nonprofit organizations serving Comanche County and Cotton County!

Are you interested in learning more about the McMahon Foundation's grant process, funding priorities, and application requirements?

Join us for our next Grant Application Orientation on:

🗓️ June 16, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 McMahon Foundation, 716 SW C Avenue, Lawton

Whether you're considering submitting a Letter of Inquiry, preparing a grant proposal, or want to better understand our grantmaking process, this session is designed to help you navigate the process and ask questions.

We encourage executive directors, board members, development staff, and anyone involved in fundraising to attend.

Space is limited. Please RSVP here:
👉 https://forms.gle/3hNbSuXph8wQDRqj8

We look forward to meeting you and learning more about the important work you're doing in our communities.

Please RSVP for the upcoming Grant Training session organized by the McMahon Foundation.

06/04/2026

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Help Us Tell the Story

The McMahon Foundation has been investing in Southwest Oklahoma for more than 80 years, but many people are just discovering our story.

If you enjoy learning about local history, community impact, nonprofit work, and philanthropy, we invite you to:

✔ Follow our page

✔ Share our posts

✔ Invite others to join the conversation

Together, we can celebrate the people and organizations working to strengthen our communities.

06/03/2026

The Foundation House

Did You Know?

For decades, the Foundation House has served as more than an office.

It has been a gathering place for community organizations, educational programs, nonprofit meetings, and civic conversations.

Today, that tradition continues as groups from across Southwest Oklahoma use the space to connect, learn, and collaborate.

Community has always been part of the Foundation's story.

05/30/2026

The McMahon Foundation is entering an exciting new season, and we would love for you to be part of it.

As we continue sharing grant opportunities, community partnerships, Foundation history, nonprofit resources, and updates from across Southwest Oklahoma, we invite you to:
✔ Follow our page
✔ Share our posts
✔ Help us connect with organizations, leaders, and community members who may benefit from our work

One of the best parts of philanthropy is building relationships and strengthening communities together. Your support in helping us grow our reach truly makes a difference.

Thank you for being part of the conversation and helping us tell the story of community impact in Southwest Oklahoma.

05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for our grant presentation event at the McMahon Foundation.

We were proud to recognize and support organizations working to preserve history, develop leadership, and strengthen communities across Oklahoma.

Congratulations again to:
• Leadership Oklahoma
• 9th & 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers Museum

Moments like these are meaningful reminders that philanthropy is most impactful when it invests in people, education, culture, and community connection.

We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with organizations doing important work throughout Southwest Oklahoma and beyond.