Elizabeth Downing

Functions as a College/University

Provides social services

Part of Young Womens Christian Association USA, YWCA of Oklahoma City is a local branch of a multicultural women’s organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. The company is based in Oklahoma City, OK. The organization serves central Oklahoma as the sole attorney general certified provider of crisis services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It offers comprehensive, trauma-informed support including 24-hour hotlines, emergency shelter, forensic nurse exams, hospital advocacy, and specialized support groups for survivors of all ages. YWCA of Oklahoma City’s programs also include prevention, education, and empowerment initiatives such as financial literacy, job readiness training, and workplace domestic violence education. The "raise the bar" program trains bar and restaurant staff in bystander intervention to prevent sexual aggression and gender-based violence. The organization supports survivors with pets through co-sheltering partnerships and collaborates with legal and social service agencies to provide integrated assistance. It emphasizes fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, engaging the community through events and encouraging support via donations and participation in its programs.

Provides digital forensics services to the business and legal communities

Brady Craft, Inc., operating as 108contemporary, is a nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to contemporary craft. The private company is based in Tulsa, OK. The organization supports and exhibits contemporary craft and fosters a diverse and inclusive community through free exhibitions and a variety of educational and hands-on arts programs, such as monthly craft circles, group critique nights, craft kits, workshops, and statewide projects. Membership options connect artists and community members to the contemporary craft scene and support ongoing programming. The organization emphasizes accessibility through initiatives like free take-home kits, ASL interpretation, and virtual tours, and relies on private sponsorships to maintain free admission and educational outreach, including tours for local schools. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday, with extended hours on first Fridays.