Oklahoma Philanthropists

Boone Pickens

Hard work and generosity by the billions.

Charles Page

"Daddy Page" generously sheltered and cared for society's most vulnerable members -- orphan children.

Danna Sue Walker

For over 24 years, Danna Sue Walker’s “People and Places” column in The Tulsa World highlighted Tulsa’s nonprofit events and fundraisers, shaping the city’s philanthropic reputation. In her Voices of Oklahoma interview, she shares her journey as a journalist, her Tulsa roots, and the impact of her storytelling.

Denny Cresap

Working from a single truck, Denny Cresap grew his one-man operation into one of the top 20 largest Anheuser-Busch distributorships in the United States and became a prolific philanthropist throughout the state of Oklahoma.

Ed Taylor

A pioneer in the satellite communication business and philanthropist for many good causes.

Gene Rainbolt

Because of his investment in Oklahoma, thousands of individuals and businesses have flourished.

H. Allen Chapman

Donne Pitman shares the story of the Chapman legacy.

Henry R. Kravis

Following the example of his parents, he achieved decades of success as an investor and NYC philanthropist.

Henry Zarrow

A generous heart and humble spirit make him one of Oklahoma's most beloved.

J. Paul Getty

Listen to the final interview of J. Paul Getty as he sits down with interviewer Bob Gregory in the film "A Man's Perspectives on Business and Life"

Jim Stovall

Jim Stovall, author of The Ultimate Gift, shares his experience with going blind at the age of 29, his advocacy for people with blindness, how he founded the Narrative Television Network, and much more.

John Massey

John L. Massey, a true Oklahoma success story, built a remarkable career that spanned politics, business, banking, entrepreneurial education, and philanthropy.

Jon Stuart

Adopted from Norway and raised in Tulsa, Jon R. Stuart continued his family's legacy in business, philanthropy, and diplomacy. As Royal Norwegian Consul and a fourth-generation Oklahoma Hall of Fame inductee, he shares stories of heritage, leadership, and global connections.

Larry Nichols

Served as Devon's CEO since 1980 and assumed the company's chairmanship in 2000.

Lloyd Noble

His daughter, Ann Noble Brown, speaks of his generosity and love for Oklahoma and its people.

Lynn Schusterman

Making a difference for her community, her culture, and her people.

Margery Mayo Bird

Philanthropist and senior stateswoman of the Mayo family.

Maxine Zarrow

A story of family, philanthropy, community, and commitment.

Mollie Williford

Mollie Williford, wife of Williford Energy's Richard Williford, selflessly served Tulsa as a lifelong community leader, tireless volunteer, and fierce advocate for education.

Montie Box

Montie Box, known as “Mr. Sand Springs,” was a real estate developer, civic leader, and philanthropist who served Sand Springs and its surrounding areas in many ways.

Peggy Helmerich

From Hollywood to Tulsa, the life of an actress turned philanthropist.

Peter Mayo

Peter Mayo, a fourth-generation Mayo family member, shares his story about following his family's heritage in preserving Tulsa’s rich history, including restoring and improving Tulsa's former Municipal Theatre, and shares many other fascinating stories.

Randy Foutch

His success as an oil and gas executive began with forming privately-held companies.

Ray Ackerman

Known as "Old Man River," Ray made as career as an ad man and entrepreneur.

Ray Feldman

A lover of the law and human rights, anthropology, nature, and -- most of all -- his wife Nancy.

Roger Hardesty

Roger Hardesty rose from this rural Oklahoma half-dugout to become one of the nation's most prolific developers and entrepreneurs. Hear how he built his first homes, launched over 25 companies, and now gives back through the Hardesty Family Foundation.

Thomas Gilcrease

"Every man must leave a track and it might as well be a good one." - Thomas Gilcrease.

Walter Helmerich

Listen to the story of the man that inspired the beginning of Voices of Oklahoma.

William Vandever

The story of Vandevers Department Store and the family's many years of faithful civic duty.