Help Preserve Fort Worth’s History
More than a cemetery, Oakwood is a historic landscape. It connects us to Fort Worth’s past and inspires us to preserve it for the future.
Time leaves its mark on everything—even the places we cherish most. For over 100 years, the Oakwood Chapel has weathered Texas summers, powerful storms, and the passing of generations. While its beauty endures, preserving historic structures requires ongoing care and restoration.
Your support helps preserve this historic landmark. Together, we can and ensures that its story continues to be told.
Restoring our historic chapel
Preservation is an ongoing effort at Oakwood.
Help us preserve this irreplaceable piece of Fort Worth history.
The Oakwood Chapel has welcomed visitors for more than a century and remains one of Fort Worth’s most treasured historic landmarks.
Ongoing work that your gift supports:
- Restoration of the Chapel’s seven stained glass windows.
- Ongoing maintenance of the chapel structure
- Preservation of historic monuments and markers
- Grounds and landscape improvements
- Historic tree care and maintenance
- Road and pathway improvements
- Preservation projects throughout the cemetery
How to Donate
Giving is easy and makes an immediate impact.
Every gift—large or small—makes a difference. Your donations helps preserve Oakwood’s historic chapel, sacred grounds, and the stories of the people buried here.
Scan the QR code to Donate via Venmo by:
- Scanning the QR code
- Using the @OakwoodCemetery Venmo handle
- Select the Donate button
Oakwood Cemetery Association is a nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please include your email address in the note area for donation receipt purposes.
Recent Restoration Efforts
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, preservation efforts are already making a lasting impact throughout Oakwood Cemetery.
Stained Glass Window Protection
Preserving stained glass treasures that tell stories of Fort Worth’s past.
One of the first chapel preservation projects focused on restoring the protective coverings for its historic stained glass windows.
Today, these coverings help safeguard the windows from vandalism and sun damage while preserving their beauty for future generations.
Most recently, the protective coverings were replaced and the surrounding window frames were repaired and repainted.
Every restoration project brings us one step closer to preserving Oakwood’s historic chapel for future generations.
BEFORE RESTORATION
AFTER RESTORATION
Other Ways to Donate & Help
There are many ways to support Oakwood’s mission.
- You may also donate by sending a check to our mailing address –
- Make check payable to: Oakwood Cemetery Association.
- Share your time, talents, or professional expertise as an Oakwood volunteer.
- To volunteer complete the Contact Us form.