CRITERIA 

The DOKC Initiatives Mural Match program is intended to encourage and support the installation of murals on private property within Downtown OKC. 

Application & Funding Details  

• Applications should be completed and submitted by the property owner or entity responsible for coordinating the mural project. 
• Approved applications will be funded at up to 25% of total cost of mural. The total contribution shall not exceed $5,000. Mural project budget and/or artist agreement may be requested. 
• Payment will be issued to entity who is responsible for artist compensation. 
• Payment will be issued upon the completion of the mural project. 

 Mural Project Criteria 

• Proposed location of mural project must be in the greater downtown Oklahoma City area, which is defined as NW 13th Street to 1-40 and Western Ave. to Lottie Ave. 
• Funded mural project artists will be required to provide a VARA Waiver to applicant/property owner. DOKC Initiatives is not responsible for agreements/contracts between artist and applicant. 
• All selected mural projects must go through the proper permitting process with the City of Oklahoma City. This may include:
  • Arts Commission (all projects) 
  • Downtown Design Review or Bricktown Urban Design Commission (depending on location) 
  • OKC Development Services for murals that are mechanically attached to a structure 
  • Please contact Arts & Cultural Affairs at okcarts@okc.gov for information and assistance 

 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS 

• Submittal deadlines are 90 days before anticipated mural installation
• Supporting documents to include with application: 
  • Letter of support from property owner (if applicant is not the owner of the property) 
  • Site plan (image of wall with dimensions of mural) 
  • Example/portfolio of artist previous work 
  • Renderings of proposed mural if available
  • Email completed application (with supporting documentation) to Kristen Vails, Director of Place Management: kristen@downtownokc.com