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2025 Backpack Bash
A Huge Thanks To Our Newest Partner! Pottawatomie County Giving Project
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WHO WE ARE
Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma
Dunbar Heights, Oklahoma is a historic community
rooted in resilience and rich cultural legacy. Once a thriving Black neighborhood, it continues to serve as a beacon of pride, unity, and grassroots leadership. Today, Dunbar Heights is undergoing a revival—led by local residents focused on community beautification, youth empowerment, and access to resources that honor its past while building a more vibrant and equitable future.
Our Roots
Dunbar Heights Community Group is a non-profit organization. We are rooted in the intertwined histories of Black American and Native American communities in Oklahoma. Our initiatives are driven by a shared commitment to positive change.
LOCAL EVENTS
APRIL
April 14th Community Green Initiative- meet at 622 S. Oklahoma at 10 am
April 20th- 10 AM-3 PM 804 S. Park, Shawnee, OK 74801
Community Clean Up Event
MAY
May 10th- 11 AM-5 PM
Woodland Park, Shawnee, OK 74801
Community Event- Join us as we celebrate -The Shawnee Community-
May 27th- 6pm Community Garden workshop @ 622 S. Broadway
May 24-31 Pott. Co. Health Week
JUNE
June 13th- 6 PM
Juneteenth VIP Reception
Theme: The Rhythm of Freedom: Our Story, Our Strength, Our Celebration
Grand Casino, Shawnee, OK
June 14th- 7 PM
Juneteenth Celebration
Woodland Park, (Broadway & Highland) Shawnee, OK 74801-
Join us as we celebrate
-Unity in the Community-
JULY
AUGUST
August 2nd, 9:00a-1:00p- Hug-A-Thon & School Supply Giveaway
Family Friendly Event at Woodland Park,
Partnered with the Pott. Co. Giving Project
SEPTEMBER
September 13th- Fall Garden Workshop
Networking Sessions and grow your community garden!
OCTOBER
October 25th- Dunbar Heights 16th Annual Bean Dinner- 11a-2p
Shawnee Community Center
804 S. Park, Shawnee, OK
2024 EVENT
APRIL
April 14th Community Green Initiative- meet at 622 S. Oklahoma at 10 am
April 20th- 10 AM-3 PM 804 S. Park, Shawnee, OK 74801
Community Clean Up Event
MAY
May 10th- 11 AM-5 PM
Woodland Park, Shawnee, OK 74801
Community Event- Join us as we celebrate -The Shawnee Community-
May 27th- 6pm Community Garden workshop @ 622 S. Broadway
May 24-31 Pott. Co. Health Week
JUNE
June 13th- 6 PM
Juneteenth VIP Reception
Theme: The Rhythm of Freedom: Our Story, Our Strength, Our Celebration
Grand Casino, Shawnee, OK
June 14th- 7 PM
Juneteenth Celebration
Woodland Park, (Broadway & Highland) Shawnee, OK 74801-
Join us as we celebrate
-Unity in the Community-
JULY
AUGUST
August 2nd, 9:00a-1:00p- Hug-A-Thon & School Supply Giveaway
Family Friendly Event at Woodland Park,
Partnered with the Pott. Co. Giving Project
SEPTEMBER
September 13th- Fall Garden Workshop
Networking Sessions and grow your community garden!
OCTOBER
October 7th- Neighborhood Night Out Block Party!- 6p-7p
Shawnee Community Center
804 S. Park, Shawnee, OK
October 25th- Dunbar Heights 16th Annual Bean Dinner- 11a-2p
Shawnee Community Center
804 S. Park, Shawnee, OK
2024 EVENT
OUR PROGRAMS
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Discover How You Can Make a Difference By
-Timothy Young, President
"Thank You"
Dunbar Heights Community Group
