A Neighborhood Initiative

Expanding Pathways to Prosperity

InvestNorth is a GKFF supported initiative that partners with the community to invest in programs that deliver upward mobility, wealth creation and the revitalization of neighborhoods. With six neighborhoods across six square miles, InvestNorth builds on north Tulsa’s proud and rich history to bring the community's aspirations to life, channeling resources into core focus areas designed to uplift the community and honor the legacy of its heritage: quality housing, community health and wellness, wealth creation and access to education.

InvestNorth works alongside residents and neighborhood-based organizations to bring their aspirations for the neighborhoods to life.

By 2036, InvestNorth will double the number of families in north Tulsa neighborhoods earning a living wage by supporting efforts that:

Housing

Invest in and deliver diverse housing options that prevent displacement and expand opportunity

Youth Development

Invest in education and youth programming to give children every opportunity to succeed

Community Wellness

Invest in quality and accessible basic needs to improve community wellness

Wealth Creation

Invest in entrepreneurship and workforce development to create and sustain Black wealth

Community Spaces

Invest in the revitalization and beautification of public spaces to create areas for communities to gather

Why Invest in North Tulsa

InvestNorth believes that every Tulsan deserves to live, work, and play in a quality neighborhood. Our neighborhoods are integral to our identity, where we build community and prosperity. With this vision in mind, InvestNorth partners in initiatives and organizations that deeply engage residents, transform public amenities, and reimagine public housing and social services, leaving a lasting positive impact.

Neighborhoods We Support

North Tulsa is home to a diverse community with a history of strength and resilience. We focus our efforts in North Tulsa neighborhoods to honor the area’s legacy, and work towards a brighter future where residents are supported and encouraged to thrive.

Using our deep understanding of North Tulsa’s challenges and our close relationships with organizations and community members, our team works closely with North Tulsa residents to foster strong and meaningful connections with the community.

Nathaniel Hawthorne

The Hawthorne Neighborhood is home to 2,687 residents. Its boundaries cover 1.8 square miles between Apache Street and 36th Street North, from the Tulsa County Line to Peoria Avenue and then following Mohawk Boulevard to Lewis Avenue. The neighborhood is home to the Hawthorne Elementary, Crossover Community Center, Educare, Crossover Health Clinic, Osage Prairie Trail, Peoria Mohawk Business Park, Gilcrease Expressway, and the Peoria AERO Bus Rapid Transit route.

Walt Whitman

The Walt Whitman Neighborhood is home to 2,724 residents. Its boundaries cover 1.2 square miles between 36th & 46th Streets North, Peoria Ave., and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. The neighborhood is home to the OU Tisdale Health Clinic, Walt Whitman Elementary School, the Tulsa Tech Peoria Campus, Crossover Health Clinic, various religious organizations, Educare, the Gibbs Shopping Center, Crossover Community Center, and a segment of the Osage Prairie Trail.

Flat Rock Creek

The Flat Rock Creek Neighborhood, just west of Lake Yahola, covers 1.7 square miles between 36th & 46th Street North, Peoria, and U.S. Highway 75. Flat Rock Creek and Dirty Butter Creek flow through the area, and a large portion of the neighborhood is identified as being in the City of Tulsa regulatory floodplain. As a result, much of the area is undeveloped. Developed areas were built in the 1950s, and largely consist of detached houses and apartment complexes, with commercial uses along arterial streets.

North Ridge

The North Ridge Neighborhood includes 1.6 square miles at the city’s northern edge, bounded by 46th and 56th Streets North, North Peoria Avenue, and Highway 75. Developed mainly between the 1950s and 1960s, the area is composed of detached ranch-style houses, with a fair amount of rural and undeveloped land. A variety of commercial, mixed-use development, and community uses are located along Peoria. Berry Park, SkateNorth, McLain High School, and two other schools are located within the area.

Lloyd Park

The Lloyd Park Neighborhood covers 2.6 square miles between Apache, 36th St N, Peoria Ave, Mohawk Blvd, and Yale Ave. Developed mostly between 1944 and 1970, the area is composed of a mix of detached and multi-family housing, moderate industrial development, and other employment uses. The Gilcrease Expressway and Highway 75 converge in the area, which is home to two Tulsa Public schools, TCC’s Northeast Campus, and Lloyd Park. It is also near the zoo, airport, and Mohawk Park.

Chamberlain

The Chamberlain Neighborhood is located at the northwest tip of Tulsa, west of Peoria and north of 46th St North. The area includes 1.7 square miles and is mainly composed of detached houses with retail along its arterials. The subdivisions within Chamberlain were platted between the 1950s and 1960s. The Osage Prairie Trail and the Peoria Bus Rapid Transit serve the neighborhood, which is home to Chamberlain Park, Vining Park, Gilcrease Elementary, Mendez International School, McClain Junior High, two charter schools, and the Tulsa Health Department North Regional Center.