July 1, 2026 – Call for Grant Nominations: Explorer Pipeline Seeks New 2027 Partner Agency
Nonprofits in Tulsa Area can receive up to $35,000
Explorer Pipeline, a common carrier pipeline transportation company, with offices in Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, is calling for nonprofit applicants for its 2027-2029 Partner Agency Program in Tulsa, OK.
Through this program, one nonprofit is selected to receive a three-year grant from Explorer Pipeline. The selected organization will receive up to $20,000 in year one, up to $10,000 in year two and up to $5,000 in year three.
“Through this multi-year partnership, we are committed to actively building strong, lasting relationships that will drive the organization’s mission and vision, transforming the lives of the people they serve and enriching the community we share,” said Mark Hurley, Explorer Pipeline President and CEO.
The benefits of this program extend beyond donations. Through the annual tradition of selecting a Partner Agency, Explorer actively engages with the community in meaningful and impactful ways. In past years, Explorer employees have volunteered with these local nonprofits, learned about community needs and disparities, and helped the organization continue its mission through advocacy.
“Our partnership with Explorer Pipeline as their 2026-2028 partner agency has created a meaningful and lasting impact on the Tulsa Air and Space Museum,” said Tonya Blansett, Tulsa Air and Space Museum Executive Director. “Through their generous support, both financial and volunteer, we have been able to enhance exhibits, care for historic aircraft, and provide hands-on STEM learning experiences for thousands of students. Explorer’s investment helps us reach underserved schools and families while ensuring that future generations have access to engaging educational experiences that truly honor the past and inspire the future.”
Interested agencies can learn more about the grant and submit applications at expl.com/community-outreach/. Applications are now open and will close on August 31, 2026. The selected Partner Agency will be contacted on or before October 31, 2026.
Partner agencies must have 501(c)(3) status, be established before 2019, and focus on one of the following areas: health and human wellness, STEM and education, inclusion and diversity, or family and youth.
Previous Partner Agencies have also included Alzheimer’s Association, Clarehouse, Global Gardens, Pathways, Meals on Wheels Metro Tulsa, Iron Gate, and Lindsey House.
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Explorer Pipeline, headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a common carrier pipeline company with approximately 250 employees. It transports refined petroleum products through an 1,868-mile pipeline system extending from Port Arthur, Texas to the upper Midwest and serving major markets, including Houston, Dallas, Tulsa, St. Louis and Chicago. The southern system currently has a capacity of 660,000 barrels per day and the northern system currently has a capacity of 450,000 barrels per day. For more information, please visit expl.com
