Bartlesville Art Association Receives $5K Grant

Arvest Foundation donation to fund summer art camp scholarships for local children

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:10pm

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The Bartlesville Art Association (BAA) has received a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The donation will be used to provide scholarships for area children to attend the BAA's annual summer art camp program, which has been running for over 25 years.

Why it matters

The BAA's summer art camp is an important community resource, providing affordable access to arts education and creative enrichment for local youth. The Arvest Foundation grant helps ensure these opportunities remain accessible, especially for families who may not otherwise be able to afford the camp tuition.

The details

The $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation will directly fund scholarships for children to attend the BAA's summer art camp program. The camp offers week-long sessions for kids ages 6-14, with instruction in drawing, painting, sculpture, and other visual arts disciplines.

  • The BAA has hosted its summer art camp for over 25 years.
  • The 2026 summer art camp sessions will take place in June and July.

The players

Bartlesville Art Association

A local non-profit organization that promotes the visual arts and provides arts education programming for the Bartlesville community.

Arvest Foundation

The charitable giving arm of Arvest Bank, which provides grants and donations to support community initiatives across its service areas.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to receive this generous grant from the Arvest Foundation. It will make a real difference in allowing more local kids to experience the joy and enrichment of our summer art camp.”

— Sarah Thompson, Executive Director, Bartlesville Art Association

What’s next

The BAA will begin accepting registrations for the 2026 summer art camp sessions in April.

The takeaway

This grant demonstrates the Arvest Foundation's commitment to supporting arts education and expanding access to creative programs for youth in the Bartlesville community.