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Grant Information

History of Le Tour de Vin:

Le Tour de Vin began in 2003 as a project of the Cross Timbers Rotary Club benefiting the American Red Cross and other local community projects. In 2008, the Norman and Sooner Rotary Clubs became partners in Le Tour de Vin as the event grew. In 2018, the newly-formed Legacy Rotary Club joined the collaboration as well. Le Tour de Vin is now one of the most beloved annual fundraising events in Norman. 

The application for the Le Tour de Vin 2027-2028 Beneficiary is being solicited by the Le Tour de Vin Grant Selection Committee. Projects may be for a one or two year commitment of funding. 

Application Requirements:

  • Contains all the components (including attachments) listed in the Le Tour De Vin Grant Application document.

  • The project is for a capital expense. No operating expenses will be considered.

  • Other sources of funding must be available. LTDV funds can not be the only source of income for a project.

  • Funding request is for a maximum of two years of LTDV events.

  • Request is for up to a maximum of $100,000* in funding to be provided over two years.

  • Provides a budget for the planned project.

  • Includes a business plan for the project.

  • Includes form 990

  • Addresses a need in the Norman community that is reflective of the goals of Rotary: Literacy, Humanitarian, Education, Youth and Health

​ Application Deadline: October XX, 2026 at 11:59PM.

 
*Funds available to the beneficiary each year are determined by the success of the fundraising event.

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Past Beneficiaries 

2025-2026 

Bridges of Norman

2023-2024

The Share Center at Food & Shelter

2020-2022

The Virtue Center

2018-2019

Full Circle

2016-2017

The Studios at Sooner Theatre

2014-2015

Center for Children & Families

2012-2013

Food & Shelter

2010-2011

Thunderbird Clubhouse

2008-2009

Mary Abbott House

2003-2008

American Red Cross

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