TSET Board of Directors Approves Funding to Improve Health-promoting Infrastructure in 11 Communities Across Oklahoma
The Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) Board of Directors approved $1.2 million in Built Environment Grants to support 11 communities across Oklahoma. The funding will support planning and construction projects that enhance access to physical activity and healthy foods, especially in areas facing health disparities or infrastructure gaps.
“Through these grants, TSET supports local innovation and partnerships that transform neighborhoods into healthier places to live,” said Julie Bisbee, TSET executive director. “Whether it’s a walking trail, a community fitness court or a garden that supports nutrition education, these projects help Oklahomans live healthier lives.”
The following applicants were approved for funding beginning in FY26:
| Organization | Project | Funding |
|---|---|---|
First Americans Museum Foundation |
Develop a renovation plan for the FAM center that supports physical activity, nutrition education and holistic wellness for all individuals. |
$79,800 |
Oklahoma Ordnance Works Authority |
Construct six miles of new mountain bike and hiking trails on the Ridgeview Loop Trail. |
$200,000 |
Meeker Public Schools |
Construct a basketball and pickleball court on the school campus, which would be open to students and the community. |
$100,000 |
Town of Arkoma |
Conduct a feasibility study to determine the viability of a multi-use trail system. |
$50,000 |
City of Prague |
Complete a comprehensive plan to design and build a new park. |
$80,000 |
Shawnee Public Schools |
Construct a publicly accessible outdoor fitness court on the Shawnee High School campus. |
$100,000 |
Alpha Community Foundation of Oklahoma |
Complete construction of a comprehensive community center that will serve at-risk populations by offering cooking classes, a community garden and after-school programs serving NE Oklahoma City. |
$100,000 |
City of Stroud |
Enhance Foster Park, a community hub known for its fishing pond, skate park, disc golf course, and annual events. |
$197,916 |
Northwestern Oklahoma State University |
Enhance safety by replacing walkway lighting between Northern Oklahoma College and NWOSU and improve the outdoor recreation area |
$25,000 |
City of Grove |
Build a multi-use trail system and park, including trails for walking/running, biking, a playground and a dog park. |
$200,000 |
Seminole Public Schools |
Build a publicly accessible outdoor fitness gym area. |
$90,700 |
TOTAL |
$1,223,416 |
To learn more about TSET Built Environment Grants, visit ok.gov/tset/builtenvironment.
To explore upcoming funding opportunities or sign up for email alerts, visit ok.gov/tset/opportunities.
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The Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) serves as a partner and bridge builder for organizations shaping a healthier future for all Oklahomans. TSET provides leadership at the intersections of health by working with local coalitions and initiatives across the state, cultivating innovative and life-changing research and working across public and private sectors to develop, support, implement and evaluate creative strategies to take advantage of emerging opportunities to improve the public’s health. To learn more, go to Oklahoma.gov/TSET.