East Tulsa

Building a neighborhood for everyone

East Tulsa is the most culturally diverse and fastest-growing community in our city.

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A community that welcomes all walks of life

‍Over 80 languages are spoken and 25 countries are represented by Global District residents. The neighborhood is home to immigrants and refugees seeking a welcoming place to settle in the Heartland.

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Our approach

GKFF's Elevate East is a collaborative community and public-private initiative that provides families with resources and opportunities while preserving and enhancing  East Tulsa’s cultural assets and commercial corridors.

By funding comprehensive programs and services that enhance education, housing, health, and economic opportunities for the community, Elevate East supports Tulsans with the resources they need to succeed.

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Learn more about Elevate East Tulsa on their website.

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What we support

Our support for East Tulsans:

• Accelerates immigrant businesses and entrepreneurs through a Global District business incubator that will help launch and scale economic ventures
• Rehabilitates culturally significant buildings and spaces, like Plaza Santa Cecilia, which will house the new business incubator
• Supports activating east Tulsa into a thriving community for residents and an unmissable destination for visitors by providing support for local businesses
• Prepares East Tulsa’s youth to realize their potential and pursue postsecondary opportunities by expanding access to FAFSA, Oklahoma's Promise and other financial supports for accessing postsecondary education