The Sam J & Nona M Rhoades Foundation
Invitation OnlyTulsa, Oklahoma · EIN 73-1560308 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $5,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
12% of grants went outside Oklahoma.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tulsa | Tulsa, OK | Champions fund drive; golden hurricane club sponsor; capital projects | $27,000 |
| Church of Saint Mary | Tulsa, OK | Food pantry; capital projects - chapel restoration | $25,000 |
| Bishop Kelley High School | Tulsa, OK | Annual fundraiser / general operating fund | $5,000 |
| Serra Club Tulsaroman Catholic Dioc | Tulsa, OK | Annual operating fund | $5,000 |
| Penn State Univ Four Diamonds | State College, PA | Four diamonds / psh children's hospital fundraiser | $515 |
| The Pencil Box | Tulsa, OK | Rock paper scissors annual fundraiser | $500 |
| Oklahoma Cowgirls Association | Kellyville, OK | General sponsorship | $500 |
| Indian Nations Council Boy Scouts | Tulsa, OK | Operating fund - memorial day flags | $500 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($78,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $142,015 | 13 |
| 2023 | $145,257 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533209349100153
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 73-1560308
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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