Express Employment Professionals – Community Giving (2026)

Quarterly Corporate Philanthropy Supporting Local Nonprofits in Oklahoma and Beyond

Express Employment Professionals is accepting funding requests for its October 2026 quarterly review cycle, with a deadline of October 5, 2026. Through both corporate and franchise-led philanthropy, Express supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that strengthen communities—particularly those serving children, education, medical research, the arts, and broader community needs.

Organization

Express Employment Professionals

Support Type

Charitable contributions and community grants

Geographic Focus

• Primary: Oklahoma (Express Employment International corporate giving)
• Additional: Nationwide (via local Express franchise offices)

About the Funder

Founded and internationally headquartered in Oklahoma, Express Employment Professionals is deeply committed to giving back to the communities that have fueled its success. Guided by a people-first philosophy, Express invests in local nonprofits that deliver meaningful, measurable impact. Philanthropy is led by the Express International Philanthropic Committee and reinforced across the company’s global franchise network.

What Express Supports

Express prioritizes nonprofit organizations that directly impact one or more of the following areas:

• Children & Youth Services
• Education
• Medical Research & Health-Related Causes
• Community-Based Programs
• Arts & Cultural Organizations

Brand It Blue Initiative (Franchise-Level Giving)

Through its global community relations program, the Brand It Blue Initiative, Express franchise offices across the country support local 501(c)(3) nonprofits in their own communities. This year-long initiative encourages franchise owners and staff to champion causes they care about, significantly expanding Express’s collective community impact.

Nonprofits outside Oklahoma are encouraged to connect directly with their local Express office to explore Brand It Blue support opportunities.

Eligibility

To apply for corporate-level funding from Express International, organizations must:

• Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit
• Be located within the state of Oklahoma
• Align with Express’s priority focus areas

Organizations outside Oklahoma may still be eligible for support through local Express franchise offices.

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Deadline: October 5, 2026
📅 Review Schedule: Quarterly (dates subject to change)

Applicants will be contacted directly if any timeline updates affect their funding cycle.

Application / Request Process

Eligible Oklahoma-based nonprofits are invited to begin the application process through Express Employment Professionals’ community relations page. Organizations seeking franchise-level support should locate and contact their nearest Express office.

Apply / Learn More

➡️ https://www.expresspros.com/who-we-are/community-relations

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for nonprofits that:

• Serve Oklahoma communities or operate locally near Express franchise offices
• Focus on children, education, health, the arts, or community well-being
• Are seeking relationship-based corporate or local business support
• Value long-term community partnerships grounded in shared local impact

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

• Review Type: Quarterly
• Next Deadline: October 5, 2026
• Best Suited For: Local and community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking corporate or franchise-level support