Oklahoma Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives - OFBCI

06/17/2026

Thank you to The Family Recovery Foundation for the invitation to the 2nd annual OKC gala! 🌟

This clinically facilitated, faith-based organization brings together decades of expertise to address addiction and mental health challenges with the love of Christ. It was inspiring to see so many local OKC partners uniting to support this vital mission.

Thank you for the life-changing work you do every day to make our community stronger. To learn more about this organization, visit: https://tfrfoundation.org/



Pictured: Director Bobek and Mrs. Bobek.

06/14/2026

Hope grows when young people are given opportunities to see a different future.

The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is working intentionally to bring more local programming and positive community connections to the youth at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center (COJC). More than simply adding activities, they are creating a culture shift—one that helps young people recognize their potential, experience hope, and become part of something bigger than themselves.

Today's conversation focused on identifying local partnership opportunities and learning more about the systems OJA has in place to screen, train, and equip volunteers to serve safely and effectively. It was encouraging to see the thoughtful approach being taken to ensure the right people are connected in the right ways.

We know that when agencies, faith communities, nonprofits, and local leaders come together around a shared purpose, incredible things can happen. By bringing the right partners to the table, we can help ignite hope, build healthy connections, and support young people as they pursue positive change and brighter futures.

The future of Oklahoma is worth investing in—and so are the young people who will shape it.

06/12/2026

What an encouraging afternoon spent with leaders who are passionate about making a difference and willing to partner with agencies, communities, and families in ways that create meaningful impact.

It was a privilege to dream alongside the Oklahoma Assemblies of God about where they want to go next in caring for "the least, last, and lost." Vada Dwaileebe, OKAG Women's Director, has a genuine heart to see women step into their God-given influence to serve others and transform their communities.

OKAG Women exists to equip women to grow spiritually, lead confidently, and serve faithfully in their homes, churches, and communities. Through the Oklahoma Assemblies of God network of churches across our state, countless volunteers are already making an impact through foster care support, meeting practical needs, prison outreach, disaster response, food distribution, and caring for vulnerable Oklahomans.

We're grateful for partners like Oklahoma Assemblies of God who continue to ask, "How can we do more?" and then step forward in faith to answer that call. Together, we are building bridges between faith communities and agencies, strengthening families, and bringing hope to those who need it most.

The best ideas often begin around a table with people willing to listen, collaborate, and say "yes" to serving others.

06/11/2026

Grateful doesn't even begin to describe how we feel today.

Our partners at Oklahoma Human Services reached out with a specific and urgent need for a young person served through Developmental Disabilities Services who was transitioning into a new home. To help make this move successful, several basic household and personal items were needed—and it was a request we simply couldn't ignore.

What happened next was a beautiful reminder of what makes Oklahoma so special.

Through the quick collaboration of Oklahoma Assemblies of God, 111Project, Crossings Church, and other community partners, the needed items were gathered and delivered right on time. What could have been a difficult transition became an opportunity for a young person to begin this new chapter with dignity, support, and HOPE.

We are incredibly thankful for every individual, church, and organization that stepped up so quickly. Your generosity not only met a practical need, but also encouraged the agency staff working tirelessly to serve Oklahomans every day.

This is what being a good neighbor looks like. This is what partnership looks like. And this is what hope in action looks like.

06/09/2026

We just wanted to share this opportunity with you! There are great things happening across Oklahoma. 🧡

The Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) has released a public grant application through a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Behavioral Health Integration – Medications for Opioid and Alcohol Use Disorder program.

Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. CT on July 10, 2026.

Individual program awards are anticipated to be up to $1 million, with the number of awards depending on the number of applications received. OSDH may fund one project or several, based on need and available resources.

Learn more and apply at Oklahoma.gov/health/RHTPfunding.

This program is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $223,476,948.62 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

06/08/2026

Real change happens when communities show up.

Recently, our office joined Victory Church Tulsa in visiting Red Rock Correctional Center in Lawton, Oklahoma. As the largest facility in the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, Red Rock houses more than 2,700 medium- and maximum-security male inmates.

For more than a year, Victory Church Tulsa has been investing its time, resources, and volunteers to serve incarcerated individuals across Oklahoma. Through privately funded outreach events, they bring fellowship, grilled hamburgers, encouragement, and hope. They are demonstrating what it means for communities to engage in meaningful prison outreach and support rehabilitation efforts.

To date, this collaboration has reached 12 correctional facilities across the state and continues to grow. These efforts are a powerful example of faith communities partnering alongside government agencies to bring hope, encouragement, and positive connections to individuals working toward a better future.

We are grateful for Victory Church Tulsa's commitment to serving others and for the many volunteers who make these events possible. We are especially grateful to the Oklahoma Department of Corrections for their collaboration and dedication to welcoming community partners into their facilities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who are incarcerated. Together, we are strengthening communities, supporting restoration, and demonstrating that every life has value.

06/05/2026

❣Help Children Thrive with Proven, Trauma-Informed Strategies❣

Are you a parent, caregiver, children's or youth ministry volunteer, educator, mentor, or human services professional?

⏰Join this FREE virtual PAX Tools workshop and discover practical, evidence-based strategies that help children develop self-regulation, improve cooperation, and build healthier relationships. ONLY TWO MORE OPPORTUNITIES! June 5 & 15th!!

Presented by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (DMHSAS) and OSU Family Resilience, PAX Tools equips caring adults with simple, trauma-informed techniques that can be used in homes, churches, classrooms, and community settings.

Whether you work with children every day or simply want to create a more nurturing environment for the young people in your life, this training provides valuable tools to support positive behavior and long-term success.

Learn how small changes can make a lasting impact on the children in your care.
Register at: https://education.okstate.edu/research/centers/center-family-resilience/pax-tools-workshops

06/04/2026

📢 Looking for FREE curriculum training to better support the families you serve?

This June, Oklahoma Human Services Familyhood is offering two opportunities for individuals and organizations interested in strengthening healthy relationships within their communities.

Each curriculum is research-based and designed to equip facilitators with practical tools that create lasting impact for individuals, couples, parents, and families.

Whether you serve through a nonprofit, faith-based organization, community agency, or volunteer program, these trainings can help you expand your capacity to support healthy relationships and stronger families.

✅ Free training opportunities available in June
✅ Evidence-based curriculum
✅ Designed for community impact
✅ Great for organizations serving children, youth, adults, and families

Learn more and register today:
https://www.familyhood.org/champions/training/

Strong families build strong communities. Take advantage of these free resources and bring valuable relationship education tools to those you serve.

06/03/2026

What a joy to be in Woodward alongside Oklahoma Assembly of God leadership, 111Project, local pastors, and church representatives alongside with Oklahoma Human Services.

This group listened with open hearts as child welfare leadership and staff shared local county statistics, current needs, and the gaps they are working diligently to address.

What followed was powerful — churches responding with ideas for partnership, ways to strengthen local families, and support for those fostering within the community.

We are incredibly grateful for opportunities like this to highlight the dedicated workforce, compassionate leadership, and the meaningful partnerships that can grow when communities come together with a shared purpose.

Looking forward to seeing the collaborative work these teams will accomplish together to bring hope and support to families in their community.

06/01/2026

Director Bobek recently had the opportunity to tour and learn more about Tulsa Day Center, a nonprofit organization that has been serving individuals experiencing homelessness for nearly 40 years.

Executive Director Mack Haltom and former Board Chair Rachel Blue-Vincent shared how Tulsa Day Center works every day to provide hope, stability, and support for neighbors in need throughout the Tulsa community.

Tulsa Day Center offers a wide range of services including emergency shelter, case management, medical care, housing assistance, meals, clothing, and other critical resources designed to help individuals move toward long-term stability and self-sufficiency. Their mission is centered on serving those experiencing or at risk of homelessness while working toward a future where every Tulsan has a home.

We are grateful for organizations like Tulsa Day Center that continue making a meaningful impact through compassion, collaboration, and service to others.

Tulsa Day Center McAfee & Taft Kevin Stitt