LATEST NEWS | AUGUST 5, 2026

National Grant Expands Free Veteran-Led Arts Programs Across Oklahoma

SPARK! Creative Lab has received a Creative Forces® Community Engagement Grant to expand free, Veteran-led workshops and creative cohorts for Veterans and their families across Oklahoma.

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WORD OF MOUTH

  • "This effort is truly saving lives and ensuring that veterans’ stories are told with the honor and heart they deserve."

    —Brett Martin, Chair, Oklahoma Veterans Commission

  • What an incredibly special project you and your team have created! It made me think of all my family members who have served and gave me a completely new appreciation for so much. Thank you for that."

    — Helen Opper, Curator

  • Your work is incredible! ❤️

    — Cate Howell, KGOU

  • "Being a part of this with you guys it’s amazing. I am at peace. I’m zen around you guys. That’s where it’s at. I’m happy to be part of this and happy to do my part."

    — Richard Shriver, U.S. Army Veteran, 2nd Vice Commander, American Legion Post 12 Bethany/Warr Acres

Coverage of SPARK!’s celebration of community and connection for the opening of Scissortail Park’s Lower Park 9/23/22

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Executive Director Nicole Poole and YIELD Co-Director Jessica Ray speak in-depth with MetroFamily Magazine: “Art connects us, restores us, and gives us skills and inspiration to move forward.”

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