Hidden Opportunities

Beyond formal grant programs, the report highlights several less-visible funding channels FOH should pursue in 2026.

Corporate Micro-Streams

Encourage supporters employed at Fortune 500 companies to nominate FOH in employee-directed giving or matching gift campaigns.
Package sponsorship opportunities for Patriot Golf and scholarship ceremonies aimed at brands without formal grant programs (golf equipment, veteran-owned businesses, telecoms).

Family Foundations without RFPs

Tap FOH’s board and donor networks to surface private family foundations that give quietly to patriotic causes. Personalized briefings and mission-focused letters can unlock $25K–$250K gifts even when no public program exists.

Congressional Earmarks

Explore Congressionally Directed Spending for FY2027 (target spring 2026). Identify a champion senator or representative—ideally from Oklahoma or FOH chapter states—to request federal support for scholarships benefiting families of the fallen.

Action: Engage government relations counsel or pro bono advisors to navigate compliance while preparing a concise project justification.

Collaborative Grants

Offer FOH as the scholarship sub-recipient when partners pursue large federal/state veteran initiatives.
Coordinate with universities or workforce boards on proposals that include education funding for military families.
Signal readiness to support BWF or PenFed-led collaborations with data, recruitment, and scholarship administration.

New Philanthropic Initiatives

Monitor emerging corporate programs (e.g., telecom, insurance, financial services) focusing on first responder wellbeing. FOH’s dual mission makes us a natural pilot partner when these initiatives launch.