Lori Rico, foundation and corporate grants manager, is responsible for designing, implementing and coordinating donor relations and a stewardship program that generates support from new and existing donors, identifies top prospects and strengthens relationships through strategic communications and ongoing cultivation. She also researches projects and is responsible for grants administration for the Chickasaw Foundation.
Lori is a Chickasaw citizen and has served as an employee of the Chickasaw Nation for over 20 years, including several years at Chickasaw Nation Industries and several years for the office of Lt. Governor of the Chickasaw Nation. She completed Chickasaw Leadership Academy bronze through platinum levels, Chickasaw Institute Executive Development program, Dale Carnegie Training program and Leadership Ada. She serves as board member for Main Street Ada and Byng Excellence in Education Foundation. She serves as an ambassador and member of the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce. Member of Grants Professional Association and Ada Board of Realtors. Serves on the Community Outreach committee for the Ada Board of Realtors. She is a member of Crosspointe Church and serves in Crosspointe Kids church. Outside of the Foundation, Lori is a licensed real estate agent in Oklahoma at Gray Real Estate Elite.
Lori has two children, son Ryan and daughter Louella.
“Witnessing the Chickasaw Foundation’s impact on the community and lives of Chickasaw citizens is rewarding. The Chickasaw Foundation is a great option to give back to the community.”
