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To access real-time, searchable information, please refer to this PDF containing our 150+ Slack channels. Through these channels, you can find more ways to engage and reminders of all the resources available to you. Not sure how to use Slack? We created a Slack User Guide on best practices and how to navigate the Tulsa Remote Slack community.

Here are some of our top Slack channels:

  • #community  
  • #buy-sell-trade-borrow-give*
  • #tulsa-weather
  • #events-local

*This channel is categorized as solicitation. Please refer to page 16 of the Slack User Guide for the recommended way to engage with it.

The Arts

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Check out these local spots to explore Tulsa’s vibrant arts and culture scene for enthusiasts and newcomers.

Arts Alliance Tulsa: Sustains Tulsa’s thriving nonprofit arts community through united fundraising and support.

Circle Cinema Foundation: Circle Cinema is Tulsa’s oldest-standing movie theatre that originally opened in 1928 and now operates as the only nonprofit cinema in the area. Circle Cinema provides selected features and programs that expose and connect our community to global issues, environments, and cultures.

Guild of Tulsa Opera: Produces bold, brave, and brilliant, fresh productions of opera classics by identifying excellent young singers, then pairing them with conductors and stage directors who can improve their artistic talents.

Theatrewest: Our mission is to develop the talents of the community through outreach, engagement, and provide quality entertainment.

Tulsa Ballet: Tulsa Ballet has partnered with over 50 social service agencies and has welcomed nearly 5,000 clients from organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, DVIS, Family & Children’s Services, Mental Health Association of Tulsa and The Salvation Army to attend dress rehearsals as well as a special production of The Nutcracker at no cost.

Tulsa Shakespeare Company: TSC produces exceptional staged works of early modern and classical theater to enrich the culture of Tulsa and the surrounding area. Our goal is to harness Tulsa’s history and cultural diversity to build a repertory theater company that contributes to the city’s economy, edifies the population, and allows artists of all skill levels to grow in a professional setting.

Tulsa Spotlight Theater: The Tulsa Symphony Orchestra is a community service organization that entertains, educates, heals, and inspires through musical excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Tulsa Symphony: The Tulsa Symphony Orchestra is a vital community service organization that entertains, educates, heals, and inspires through musical excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Tulsa Youth Symphony Orchestra: The Tulsa Youth Symphony is a 501c3 organization that was founded in 1963 with a stated mission to provide advanced orchestral training and performance experience for talented young musicians in northeastern Oklahoma. Our goal is to improve problem-solving skills, stimulate creativity, expand the imagination and to instill a love and passion for music thereby developing an ability to recognize beauty and formulate an appreciation for the arts.

Okworldstage: Our mission is to give audiences and actors access to the world by telling multicultural, inspirational and transformational stories, to connect our hearts and minds with people, places and ideas,” she says. “Every show we select to the directors we choose, need to reflect and truly be connected to the oneness of humanity. We want World Stage to be more than just a theater company, we want it to be an intercultural experience that has the potential to open hearts and minds.

Emergency Services

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Explore essential resources for all Oklahomans, including 24/7 helplines to get you connected and find the help you need.

2-1-1 Eastern Oklahoma: 211 is a 24/7 free service available to all Oklahomans across 77 counties operated by two nonprofit organizations: Heartline, Inc. for the western half of our state, and the Tulsa Area United Way for the eastern half. 

Emergency Infant Services: EIS is a nonprofit organization that provides temporary assistance to children five and younger in the Tulsa area whose families are in financial crisis. The organization provides the most basic of needs: food, formula, clothing, and diapers, along with other children’s items.

Family and Children Services | COPES: Family & Children’s Services promotes, supports, and strengthens the well-being and behavioral health of adults, children, and families.

Family Safety Center Tulsa: Promotes safety and justice in Tulsa County through co-located multi-disciplinary services that offer protection, hope, and healing to victims of interpersonal and family violence.

The Trevor Project: Provides information & support to LGBTQ young people 24/7, all year round.

Tulsa Remote Resource and Report Portal: This site is intended to provide access to a variety of resources to help Tulsa Remote members navigate challenges and to provide a safe space for members to report concerns or suggestions for program enhancements.

Entrepreneurship

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Are you an existing business owner or looking to get started? Explore these resources for business owners in the Tulsa area, from idea generation to seed funding.

36 Degrees North Resources: Check out all the resources available to entrepreneurs and startups in Oklahoma! You can sort the resources with the drop downs on the left to find the ones that are best equipped to support you and your business.

SCORE: A nationwide volunteer association dedicated to helping individuals intending to start a small business and those already in business desiring advice.

Starters Bootcamp: A 7-week pre-accelerator facilitated by 36°N, in collaboration with Tulsa Technology Center and CO.STARTERS, where you'll learn the basics of turning an idea into a business in a cohort format with the support of mentors, advisors, and a business ecosystem to help you succeed long term.

The Mine: The Mine experience is a 4-month innovative problem-solving program for top nonprofits and businesses in Tulsa.

Tulsa Small Business Connection: Connect with Tulsa business owners.

Uma Tulsa: The Mission Of The Uma Center Of Tulsa Is To Empower Traditionally Underserved Communities Through Education, Economic Development, And Advocacy. These Elements Guide Every Initiative We Implement.

Finding Local Events 

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There are always great things to do in Tulsa. Here are some sites to help you find exciting events happening around you.

Downtown Tulsa Partnership:  Downtown Tulsa is your place to stay and play. Whether you’re looking for a next-level dining experience, locally-made gifts, or live entertainment, you can find it all Downtown.

Experience Tulsa: Experience Tulsa exists to showcase the unique past, present, and exciting future of Tulsa in an inclusive, high touch, and comprehensive manner in order to assist in generating vibrant growth. With a focus towards both attraction and retention of companies, individuals, and organizations, Experience Tulsa helps our partners build the Tulsa of tomorrow.

TulsaGo: Discover the best of Tulsa: events, social functions, art gallery openings, food & wine, live music, and more. There’s always something new and exciting happening in Tulsa. No matter the season, you will find an extensive list of things that are appealing to the entire family.

Visit Tulsa: When you’re living on Tulsa Time, there’s no limit to what you can do. Whether you're looking for family friendly adventures or interactive experiences, Tulsa has something for everyone. With four distinct seasons and an average of 227 sunny days per year, any time of year is an excellent one to visit Tulsa.

Join a Club of Interest 

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Looking to join a group of like-minded individuals? Here is a list of charitable organizations, hobby clubs, educational and advocacy groups, professional societies, civic and fraternal organizations, and cultural institutions for you to choose from.

Barre Society: Community of young professionals who are interested in arts advocacy and deepening their connection to Tulsa Ballet.

Black Queer Tulsa: Black Queer Tulsa’s vision is to be a pillar for Tulsa's Black community to seek insight and guidance in the queer experience.

Black Wall Street Chamber of Commerce: The Black Wall Street Chamber of Commerce (BWSCC) is a non-profit membership-based organization formed to promote the sound economic well-being of African Americans in Tulsa.

Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges: Provide opportunities for persons with physical disabilities to enhance the quality of their lives.

Greenwood Chamber of Commerce: The Chamber strives to promote the continuous improvement of the common good and the quality of life in the community through the pursuit of new business.

Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits: The Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits is a nonprofit organization equipping and strengthening the Oklahoma nonprofit sector through training, consulting, advocacy, membership, networking and awards.

Oklahoma Performing Arts: Variety of programming centering on the arts tuition based.OSSO Sports & Socials: Adult sports leagues with a social twist in Tulsa league fee

Tulsa Area United Way: explore the TAUW 59 partner agencies

Tulsa Chamber Membership: Connect with Tulsa business owners.

Tulsa Panhellenic Chapter: Meet local sorority alumnae from chapters all over.

TYPROS: Tulsa Young Professionals.

Whow Network: Empower women to advance in education, employment, and entrepreneurship. 

Health Care

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Find and establish yourself with local healthcare providers.

Archwell Health: We’re bringing a higher level of care to seniors right here in the 918. Good health is the key to enjoying your favorite activities, whether that means taking in a game at Oneok Field or visiting the zoo with the grandkids.

Caring.com: Whether you're looking for a senior living community or help with in-home care, Caring is here to make this process easier—for free.

Healthcare.gov: The official health insurance marketplace for the United States, created under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). It allows individuals and families to compare, purchase, and enroll in health insurance plans.

Hillcrest Health System: Hillcrest HealthCare System is comprised of hospitals in Tulsa, Owasso, Claremore, Pryor, Cushing, and Henryetta and over 80 regional clinics throughout northeast Oklahoma.

Indian Health Care Resource Center: Utilizing a patient-centered, multidisciplinary, medical home approach, Indian Health Care Resource Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, offers a full range of health and wellness services tailored to the Indian community.

Oklahoma Equality Center Health Clinic: Oklahomans for Equality seeks equal rights for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and families through intersectional advocacy, education, programs, alliances, and the operation of the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.

St. Francis Health System: Saint Francis is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system wholly governed and operated in Tulsa, Oklahoma, whose mission is to extend the presence and healing ministry of Christ to all who seek its services.

St. Johns Health System: Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK, delivers specialty and 24/7 emergency care and a level II trauma center.

Tulsa Birth Center: The midwives of Tulsa Birth Center support both home and birth center births, and would love to meet with you for a free initial consultation so they can answer all your questions. 

Tulsa County Health Department: THD’s mission is to improve the health and well-being of all Tulsa County residents, in order to make Tulsa County the healthiest county in the country.

Oklahoma Project Woman: Breast Health Care for the Uninsured – Oklahoma Project Woman is here to help you. We provide free mammograms, diagnostic procedures, and surgical services for Oklahomans of any age with no health insurance and limited financial resources.

Live Music

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NAME

ADDRESS

AREA OF TOWN

GENRE OF MUSIC

Bar 473

2224 E Admiral Blvd, Tulsa, OK 74110

Kendal Whittier

Eclectic mix

Blackbird on Pearl

1336 E 6th St, Tulsa, OK 74120

Pearl District

Eclectic mix

BOK Center

200 S Denver, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Touring artists

Bull in the Alley

201 N Main St, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Jazz piano

Cain's Ballroom

423 N Main St, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Amazing mix

Cellar Dweller

417 W 7th St, Tulsa, OK 74119

Downtown

Eclectic mix

Cimmaron Bar

2619 S Memorial Dr, Tulsa, OK 74129

East Tulsa

Rock and roll

Coffee House on Cherry Street

1502 E 15th St, Tulsa, OK 74120

Cherry Street

Eclectic mix

Duet Jazz

108 N Detroit Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Jazz, Blues

Dusty Dog

5107 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK 74135

South Tulsa

Rock and roll, DJ

Fassler Hall

304 S Elgin Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120

Downtown

Eclectic mix

Inner Circle Vodka Bar

410 N Main St Unit A, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Eclectic mix

Lefty's on Greenwood

10 N Greenwood Ave Unit A, Tulsa, OK 74120

Downtown

Jazz, Rock, Blues, Karaoke

Los Cabos

300 Riverwalk Terrace Unit 100, Jenks, OK 74037

Jenks

Rock and roll, Country

Margaritaville

8330 Riverside Parkway, Tulsa, OK 74137

Southwest Tulsa

Rock and roll, Dance music

Mercury Lounge

1747 S Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74119

South Boston

Americana, Rock, Country

Rabbit Hole

116 S Elgin Ave, Tulsa, OK 74120

Downtown

Hip hop, Mix

Retro Grill & Bar

800 N Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106

North Tulsa

Hip hop, DJ

Saturn Room

209 N Boulder Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Eclectic mix

Shady Keys Piano Bar

111 S Detroit Ave Suite B, Tulsa, OK 74120

Downtown

Dueling piano

Shot Happens

8101 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK 74137

South Tulsa

Rock and roll, Country

Sidecar Barley & Wine Bar

1515 E 15th St Suite 501, Tulsa, OK 74120

Cherry Street

Eclectic mix

Skyline Event Center @ Osage Casino

951 West 36th St N, Tulsa, OK 74127

North Tulsa

Touring bands

Slo Ride Bar Brookside

4133 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105

Brookside

Open mic, Rock

The Colony

2809 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK 74114

Midtown

Americana

The Cove @ River Spirit Casino

8330 Riverside Pkwy, Tulsa, OK 74137

South Tulsa

Touring bands

The Hunt Club

224 N Main St, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Rock and roll, Punk, Hip hop

The Juicemaker Lounge

3508 S Sheridan Rd, Tulsa, OK 74112

East Midtown

Hip hop, Soul, R&B

The Mayo Rooftop

115 W 5th St, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Rock and roll, Mix

The Run

3141 E Skelly Dr, Tulsa, OK 74105

South Midtown

Rock and roll, Country, DJ

The Soundpony

409 N Main St, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

DJ, Hip Hop, Rock

The Tulsan Bar

412 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK 74120

Downtown

Eclectic mix, DJ

The Vanguard

222 N Main St, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Punk, Rock and roll, Hip hop

The Whittier Bar

2405 E Admiral Blvd, Tulsa, OK 74110

Kendal Whittier

Electronic, Rock, Indie

The Tulsa Theater

105 Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Touring bands

Thelma’s Peach

2008 E. Admiral Blvd. Tulsa, OK. 74110

Kendall Whittier

Venue Shrine

112 E 18th St, Tulsa, OK 74119

South Boston

Funk, Rock, Jam Band

Waterfront Grill

120 S Aquarium Dr, Jenks, OK 74037

Jenks

Rock and roll, Easy listening

Mental Health Resources

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We take mental health seriously. Below is a list of both free and paid resources.

Backline: Mental health resources for the music industry.

City of Tulsa | Mental Health Resources: Mental Health Resources offered in Tulsa.

Family and Child Services: Today, Family & Children’s Services heals hurting and abused children, strengthens families, and provides hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction.

Family and Children Services | COPES: Family & Children’s Services promotes, supports, and strengthens the well-being and behavioral health of adults, children, and families.

Laureate: Provides a full spectrum of psychiatric services as well as research and education for the general public and professional community.

Mental Health Association Oklahoma: Cultivating healthy minds through advocacy, education, service, and housing.

National Alliance on Mental Health | Tulsa: NAMI Tulsa is heavily focused on education, support groups, public policy, and training.

The Calm Center: The CALM Center is a safe and caring place for youth ages 10-17 to receive immediate support, assessment, and stabilization for an emotional, behavioral, or substance abuse crisis any time of day or night. Care is provided regardless of ability to pay, and a referral is not necessary.

The Tristesse Grief Center: The Grief Center offers an innovative approach to address Oklahomans’ need for grief counseling to assist the bereaved as they journey towards improved health and a renewed sense of worth in the wake of loss.

Tulsa 911 Mental Health Collaborative: A partnership of the City of Tulsa 911 Public Safety Communications (PSC), Tulsa Police, Family & Children’s Services Community Outreach Psychiatric Services (COPES), and the Tulsa Area United Way. When calling 9-1-1 in a mental health crisis, this team is deployed.

Therapists & Counselors

Here to help individuals navigate life's challenges, improve mental health, and enhance overall well-being.

All Counseling: AllCounseling.com created a directory of mental health professionals to help you find the best counselor for your unique needs.

Betterhelp: Online Therapy Best Counseling Services

Oklahoma Therapists: This is a list of therapists and other mental health professionals who come from and/or serve marginalized identities. It was created to help women of color, queer people, feminists, and others in Oklahoma (primarily Tulsa) find counseling in a cultural environment with very few options. The list is made up of recommendations from clients and publicly available information. Open the spreadsheet and click “following tab” to see a list of providers.

Psychology Today: Online resource to find a therapist

Museums

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MUSEUM

ADDRESS

AREA OF TOWN

HIGHLIGHTS

Bob Dylan Center

116 E Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Through exhibits, public programs, performances, lectures, and publications, The Center aims to foster a conversation about the role of creativity in our lives.

DECOPOLIS: Tulsa Art Deco Museum

511 S. Boston Ave. Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Art Deco exhibits, gift shop, and cafe in the Philcade building.

Discovery Lab

560 N. Maybelle Ave., Tulsa, OK 74127

West Tulsa (West of Downtown)

Provides a variety of programming for children, group reservations

Gilcrease Museum

(currently closed due to renovations)

1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Rd., Tulsa, OK 74127

Northwest Tulsa

Gardens, Eddie Faye Gates Tulsa Race Massacre Collection, extensive online catalog.

Greenwood Cultural Center

322 N. Greenwood Ave., Tulsa, OK 74120

North Tulsa

The pictorial exhibit, Mable B. Little Heritage House, photos & anecdotes from Tulsa Race Massacre survivors.

Greenwood Rising

23 N. Greenwood Ave. Tulsa, OK 74120

Downtown

The holistic history of the African American experience in Oklahoma, tells the whole story of the Tulsa Race Massacre and the resilience of Greenwood’s denizens.

Oklahoma Pop Museum

422 N. Main St., Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

Installations and interactive exhibits display the effect of Oklahoma’s impact on pop culture.

Philbrook Museum of Art

2727 S Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114

Midtown

Gorgeous Tuscan estate complete with a variety of art and a lavish garden.

Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art

2021 E. 71st St., Tulsa, OK 74136

South Tulsa

The SMMJA is a leading resource for citizens of Oklahoma and nationwide (worldwide) to learn about the Holocaust.

The Ousiders House Museum

731 N. St. Louis Ave. Tulsa, OK 74106

North Tulsa

Rare photographs of the filming of the movie, student tours, VIP screenings.

Tulsa Air & Space Museum & Planetarium

3624 N 74th E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74115

North Tulsa

Oklahoma aerospace history, science-based learning through discovery, planetarium.

Tulsa Historical Society

2445 S. Peoria Ave Tulsa, OK 74114

Midtown

Eight rotating Tulsa history exhibits.

Vintage Sewing Machine Museum

5528 S. Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105

South Tulsa

Use and learn about domestic and industrial sewing machines.

Visit Cherokee Nation

Various Locations

Northeast Oklahoma

Get to know the rich history and culture of the Cherokee people at sites and attractions across northeast Oklahoma.

Woody Guthrie Center

102 E. Reconciliation Way Tulsa, OK 74103

Downtown

The largest archive of Woodie Guthrie’s primary resources in the world.

Neighborhood Associations

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Neighborhood associations are a great way to meet your neighbors and give residents a level of ownership and pride in their neighborhood

City of Tulsa Interactive Map: This interactive map allows you to enter your address into the search bar (upper left corner), see association boundaries, and contact persons for your specific neighborhood.

Neighborhood Explorer: Our vision for Neighborhood Explorer is to become a shared asset for our community that grows into an increasingly robust tool as we answer questions and provide detailed information about our neighborhoods. As we grow, Neighborhood Explorer will continue to strengthen our understanding of Tulsa and help tackle big problems at the neighborhood level.

NextDoor: Happenings in your neighborhood, and very helpful for missing pets, local stuff

Tulsa Global District: Tulsa Global District provides support to local businesses, promotes the area's multicultural diversity, and works to create a safe and welcoming neighborhood.

Tulsa Downtown Partnership: Downtown Tulsa Partnership has entered into an agreement with the City of Tulsa to manage the Tulsa Stadium Improvement District services by providing enhanced maintenance, beautification, and livability services; mobility and public realm planning; and marketing and place enhancement initiatives that result in a thriving, vibrant, and inclusive urban neighborhood.

Parks

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Tulsa has no shortage of green, outdoor spaces with something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re taking the kids to a playground, dogs out for a stroll or going for a run – you’ll have plenty of options for time outside in the fresh air.

Centennial Park

Gathering Place

LaFortune Park

Owen Park

Oxley Nature Center

River Parks

Whiteside Park

Woodward Park

Zink Park

Pets

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Your furry friends need resources too.

Animal Rescue Foundation: For more than 25 years, ARF has been helping homeless pets of the Tulsa area find loving homes. We do this by rescuing homeless animals out of area shelters that were possibly in line for euthanasia, placing them in foster homes, providing their comprehensive veterinary care, and finding suitable adoptive homes.

Humane Society: The Humane Society of Tulsa is a private non-profit organization committed to the promotion of responsible pet ownership and pet population control.

Microchip Registration: make sure that you update your pet’s microchip information in case they’re lost.

Pet Licensing: The city of Tulsa requires you to keep an active license for each of your furry friends.

Tulsa SPCA: The Tulsa SPCA mission is to improve the lives of dogs and cats, and their human companions.

Pet-Friendly Patios

Pet-Friendly Hotels

Dog Parks

Social Services

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Things happen, and we are here to support you. Here is a list of some essential support and resources for individuals and families in need.

GRAND Addiction Recovery Center: An addiction recovery center, that offers adults suffering from the brain disease of addiction, or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders recovery tools to support their ability to achieve individualized recoveries.

CASA for Children: Works to ensure the rights to safety within the home, and permanency in a family, are protected through advocacy and education within Judicial District 15, State of Oklahoma.

Child Abuse Network: Provides collaborative intervention services to child abuse victims, so they are encouraged to embrace a future driven by hope.

Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma: The Food Bank feeds the hungry of eastern Oklahoma through a network of Partner Agencies and engages local communities in ending hunger.

DVIS: Domestic Violence Intervention Services, Inc. is the only nonprofit agency in Tulsa, and the surrounding communities to provide comprehensive intervention and prevention services to men, women, and children affected by domestic and sexual violence.

Iron Gate: Iron Gate is a soup kitchen and grocery pantry located in downtown Tulsa, but we provide more than a meal. We offer a safe, friendly, and welcoming place to get out of the storm for a couple of hours every day.

John 3:16 Mission: The Mission is funded solely with donations from supporters (individuals, companies, foundations, churches, etc.) in the Tulsa community and beyond. This allows John 3:16 Mission to share the Gospel and administer Christ-centered relief and recovery programs in the best ways we know how without government interference.

La Cosecha: Established in 2015, La Cosecha provides members of our community in need with groceries and other essential items on a weekly basis. An average family of four receives a week’s worth of food at each disbursement. Additionally, La Cosecha stocks a clothing and furniture pantry. Recently, La Cosecha was gifted the opportunity to provide financial assistance to our undocumented clients through a partnership with the Tulsa Immigrant Relief Fund. Prior to the pandemic, La Cosecha served approximately 400 families a week, no questions asked. The need for assistance has doubled since the last week of March. Today, our volunteer team serves an average of 2,000 families per week.

Oklahoma Blood Institute: Oklahoma Blood Institute (OBI) is the sixth-largest, nonprofit blood collector in America.

Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless: We serve those who are experiencing or at risk for homelessness. Through our work, we treat both the symptoms and the causes of homelessness — pursuing a future where every Tulsan has a home.

Uma Tulsa: The Mission Of The Uma Center Of Tulsa Is To Empower Traditionally Underserved Communities Through Education, Economic Development, And Advocacy. These Elements Guide Every Initiative We Implement.

YWCA: Today, the YWCA focuses on services for the immigrants and refugees in our community, as well as on providing services through our two community centers. This year, YWCA Tulsa will serve more than 13,000 Tulsans through services provided through our community centers.

Social Justice

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Let's come together to create a more equitable and inclusive world in both the communities we call home and the new ones we're building.

Action Tulsa: ACTION stands for Allied Communities of Tulsa Inspiring Our Neighborhoods.We're a broad-based organization—a non-profit comprised of various faith-based and civic institutions working together for the common good of our members and our community.

Dennis R. Neill Equality center (Oklahomans for Equality): Oklahomans for Equality seeks equal rights for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and families through intersectional advocacy, education, programs, alliances, and the operation of the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.

Terrance Crutcher Foundation: The mission of the Terence Crutcher Foundation is to create just and liberated communities free from violence and harm. We do this through advancing policy, strengthening communities and honoring the legacy of our ancestors.

Tulsa Global Alliance: Today, TGA celebrates 40-plus years of serving the Tulsa community by advocating for and furthering the principles of "citizen diplomacy" through our international visitor programs, our Sister Cities relationships, our global education efforts, and our trade and business seminars. ​

Tax Information

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All Tulsa Remote disbursements (both monthly and Homeownership Initiative Lump Sum) are reported as taxable income. In January, members will receive a 1099-MISC reflecting their payments for the previous calendar year.  Tulsa Remote does not provide individual tax advice, and no withholdings are done at the time of disbursement.

Accountants and/or Services Recommended by The Community

CCK Strategies: a local Tulsa firm.

FreeTaxUSA

Jackson Hewitt

Keeper Tax: We're happy to offer you a discounted tax service from KeeperTax. To obtain your 40% discount, navigate to your Member Portal and read the Keeper Tax knowledge article.

NextGen Tax Services: a local Tulsa accounting agency.

TaxAct

Turbo Tax

Tulsa Tours

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From historic landmarks to local hotspots, let expert guides show you the beauty of the city.

Tulsa Bicycle Tours: 2-4 hour tours of downtown with a focus on architecture & Tulsa’s history. Some tours stop at breweries.

Tulsa Tours: Options: Tunnel Tour, Art Deco Tour, Deco-Greenwood, Downtown Tour, Mural Tour, Black Wall St Tour, they also take requests.

Tulsa Historical Society & Museum: Take a guided tour through the central business district and learn more about the history and architecture of many buildings along the way. (tours currently closed as of 11/8/21)

Kode Ransom Black Wall St Tours: Black Wall St Tours every other Saturday.

Tulsa Spirit Tours: Walking and bus tours that cover a variety of Tulsa’s colorful and ‘haunted’ history.

Tulsa Foundation for Architecture: TFA Second Saturday Tours feature a different historical area or topic each month. Tulsa has a rich architectural heritage and TFA is passionate about sharing our knowledge with you. Grab your coffee and join in the fun! Screen reader support enabled.

Transportation

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How to get around town, so you can make the most of Tulsa.

Register your Vehicle

  • This must be done at the Tulsa Central Tag Agency (walk-ins only but we recommend calling ahead to save time). If you are still making payments on your car and are moving from a title-holding state, bring:

    • Vehicle registration
    • Proof of Oklahoma car insurance
    • Oklahoma Driver’s License
    • Vehicle itself (will check VIN)
  • If you own the car outright, bring:

    • Title to vehicle
    • Proof of Oklahoma car insurance
    • Oklahoma Driver’s License
    • Vehicle itself (will check VIN)
  • Payment (cash, card, or check). Note: a charge applies for credit card payments. Checks must show an Oklahoma address, and temporary checks cannot be used.

Register your Vehicle

  • Oklahoma is not yet a Real ID state but has started the transition (click link for more details)
  • Get an Oklahoma License/ID card

    • Visit this link first.
    • Generally, if you already have an out-of-state license, you will follow a two-part process:

      • Go to a Driver Exam Site

        • These sites can get quite busy. We suggest you make an appointment to save time HERE.
        • Bring: two forms of ID (confirm they’re the approved types in the link above), existing driver’s license, social security number, and documentation to prove name, if different from your license. Current COVID procedures require face mask usage.
        • Take: Vision test conducted onsite
        • Get: approval paperwork (the form is called “DL-10”)
      • Go to the Central Tag Agency to get an Oklahoma license (you may be able to go to other locations, but this is the recommended one)

        • Bring the DL-10 form, above
        • Identification used, above
        • Payment (cash, card, or check). Note: a charge applies for credit card payments. Checks must show an Oklahoma address, and temporary checks cannot be used.
        • Note: this is also where you will register your vehicle, as detailed below.

Tulsa Transit: The Tulsa Transit System

Downtown Parking App. Note: Tulsa has free parking downtown after 5pm and weekends!

Tulsa International Airport: Tulsa International Airport is a civil-military airport five miles northeast of Downtown Tulsa,

Utility Providers

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Electric

Public Service Company of Oklahoma

www.psoklahoma.com | 888-216-3523

Gas

Oklahoma Natural Gas

www.oklahomanaturalgas.com | 800-664-5463

​​Water/Sewer/Trash/Recycling

City of Tulsa

www.cityoftulsa.org/utilities.com

Call 311 or email Tulsa311@cityoftulsa.org (Mon – Fri, 8am- 5pm)

Visit City Hall at 175 E. 2nd Street – Utilities Customer Service (Mon –Fri, 8am- 5pm)

Phone/Cable/Internet

AT&T

att.com | 844-685-0215

COX

cox.com | 833-413-1458

Volunteer

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12 & 12: An addiction recovery center, that offers adults suffering from the brain disease of addiction, or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders recovery tools to support their ability to achieve individualized recoveries. Volunteer Here.

A New Leaf: Provides people with developmental disabilities with life skills, marketable job training through horticultural therapy, community-based vocational placement, and residential services to increase their independence and individual choices. Volunteer Here.

Alzheimer’s Association of Oklahoma: Provides education and support to all those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementias throughout our community, including those living with the disease, caregivers, health care professionals and families. The Alzheimer’s Association is also committed to advocating for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s disease and advancing critical research toward methods of treatment, prevention, and ultimately, a cure. Volunteer Here

American Red Cross of Oklahoma: Responsible for the safety and preparedness of 77 counties in the state through four chapters and hundreds of selfless volunteers. Volunteer Here.

Arts and Humanities Council: Locally known as ahha, The Arts and Humanities Council, works to cultivate a more creative Tulsa through advocacy, education, and innovative partnerships, which contribute to the quality of life and economic vitality of the greater community.

Asian American, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian, Desi American (APIDA) Tulsa: APIDA Tulsa is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and belonging among Asian Americans in Tulsa. Volunteer Here.

Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Oklahoma: Creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Volunteer Here.

Birthright Living Legacy: The organization was created to connect fathers through community events and workshops designed to improve parent-child relationships. In addition to these services, Birthright Living Legacy also provides support and counseling to families to create a strong community of fathers dedicated to breaking negative parenting cycles.

Bridges Foundation: Provides employment opportunities to people with special needs. Volunteer Here.

CASA for Children: Works to ensure the rights to safety within the home, and permanency in a family, are protected through advocacy and education within Judicial District 15, State of Oklahoma. Volunteer Here.

Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges: Provides opportunities for persons with physical disabilities to enhance the quality of their lives. Volunteer Here.

Child Abuse Network: Provides collaborative intervention services to child abuse victims, so they are encouraged to embrace a future driven by hope. Volunteer Here.

Child Care Resource Center: (CCRC) is a program of the Community Service Council (CSC) offering quality child care resources and referral services to families, child care providers, and the community. Employs a staff of child care professionals with expertise in child development, early childhood, nutrition, nursing, social work, and more. CCRC was formed in 1987 in response to a citizen-led task force examining the needs of Tulsa’s children. Volunteer Here.

Circle Cinema Foundation: Circle Cinema is Tulsa’s oldest-standing movie theatre that originally opened in 1928 and now operates as the only nonprofit cinema in the area. Circle Cinema provides selected features and programs that expose and connect our community to global issues, environments, and cultures. Volunteer Here.

Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma: The Food Bank feeds the hungry of eastern Oklahoma through a network of Partner Agencies and engages local communities in ending hunger. Volunteer Here

Community Service Council: Works to confront challenges to health, social, education, and economic opportunities, and strategically advance effective community-based solutions through research, planning, networking, and mobilizing resources. Volunteer Here.

Dream Institute: The DREAM Institute is dedicated to the higher education of students with disabilities through academic and professional mentorship, academic assistance, and scholastic awards.

DVIS: Domestic Violence Intervention Services, Inc. is the only nonprofit agency in Tulsa, and the surrounding communities to provide comprehensive intervention and prevention services to men, women and children affected by domestic and sexual violence. Volunteer Here.

Emergency Infant Services: EIS is a nonprofit organization that provides temporary assistance to children five and younger in the Tulsa area whose families are in financial crisis. The organization provides the most basic of needs: food, formula, clothing, and diapers, along with other children’s items. Volunteer Here.

Family and Children Services: Promotes, supports and strengthens the well-being and behavioral health of adults, children, and families. Volunteer Here.

Family Safety Center Tulsa: Promotes safety and justice in Tulsa County through co-located multi-disciplinary services that offer protection, hope, and healing to victims of interpersonal and family violence. Volunteer Here

Fold of Honor: Provides educational scholarships to spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service-members.

Food On The Move: Food On The Move, Inc.’s mission is to transform food deserts and the legacy issues created by living in a food-insecure area. Volunteer Here.

Foundation for Tulsa Schools: Enlists community support and business assistance in providing educational resources and opportunities for Tulsa Public Schools. Volunteer Here.

Goodwill of Tulsa: Goodwill helps people find jobs through education and training programs. Thanks to community donations, Goodwill diverts millions of pounds of clothing and household goods from landfills annually. Goodwill works hard to empower people to overcome the hurdles they face to obtain and maintain a job and experience the dignity and self-respect that comes from work. Donations and purchases help us reuse, resell, recycle AND reinvest! Volunteer Here.

Guild of Tulsa Opera: Produces bold, brave, and brilliant fresh productions of opera classics by identifying excellent young singers and pairing them with conductors and stage directors who can improve their artistic talents. Volunteer Here.

Partner in Education with Key Elementary: At Tulsa Remote, our vision is to foster a thriving remote work community in Tulsa, providing the opportunities for individuals to live, grow and collectively build a brighter future for the city. In early 2024,Tulsa Remote coordinated with Partners in Education's Adopt-A-School Initiative to build a better community through support for Tulsa Public Schools. Volunteer Here.

Reading Partners: Reading Partners is a literacy nonprofit that mobilizes community volunteers to provide K-4th grade students with 1:1 reading support they need to set them on a path to read at grade level. Becoming a volunteer tutor requires no previous experience, as Reading Partners provides an easy-to-follow curriculum that includes step-by-step lesson plans to teach an effective lesson and staff support each step of the way. Volunteer Here.

Tulsa Symphony: The Tulsa Symphony Orchestra is a community service organization that entertains, educates, heals, and inspires through musical excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Volunteer Match: VolunteerMatch matches inspired people with inspiring causes.

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Don’t wait – sign up to vote and let your voice be heard in local elections!

918Votes: A nonpartisan 918 Vote campaign that aims to create a new generation of young, engaged voters and bring about more representative election outcomes.

League of Women Voters: Encourages informed and active participation in government; works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and Influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Online Voter Registration: Register for upcoming elections.

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