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BACKGROUND

The Oklahoma Engineering Foundation was founded in 1976 by the Oklahoma Society of Professional Engineers as a nonprofit to advance the engineering profession and strengthen Oklahoma’s future through engineering education, outreach, and workforce development. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees. Trustee selection is highly selective, bringing together leaders who are ready to make a meaningful impact on engineering education and workforce development in Oklahoma. 

OPEN: November 1, 2026  | DEADLINE: December 31, 2026

TRUSTEE REQUIREMENTS

• Personal Annual Contribution: $500 minimum
• Participation: Attend quarterly Board of Trustees meetings and occasional planning meetings (in-person preferred; virtual available)
• Event Engagement: Volunteer at the Oklahoma Engineering Fair or a regional or state MATHCOUNTS competition
• Fundraising Capacity: Ability and willingness to help secure corporate, government, or foundation support, ranging from $1,000 to $20,000
• Professional Expertise: Bring relevant experience in areas such as engineering, education, business, finance, legal, or related fields
• Ambassadorship: Serve as an advocate for the Oklahoma Engineering Foundation within your professional and community networks

TRUSTEE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership & Fiduciary Oversight: Serve as a fiduciary of OEF, including stewardship of the Foundation’s endowment and investment funds
• Strategic Governance: Provide oversight and direction to ensure the organization advances its mission and long-term vision
• Program Evaluation: Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of OEF programs and services
• Scholarship Selection: Participate in the review and selection of endowed engineering scholarship recipients
• Fundraising Support: Actively support and advance fundraising efforts that sustain and grow OEF programs and initiatives
• Public Engagement: Enhance the Foundation’s visibility and credibility across Oklahoma
• Board Development: Assist in identifying, recruiting, and onboarding new trustees
• Advocacy & Awareness: Help increase public awareness of engineering education and workforce development initiatives supported by OEF

Thank you for your interest. We look forward to receiving your application. If you have any questions, please contact our executive director, Jennifer McCollum, at jennifer@oef.org. 

Current Trustees