Specialty License Plate
A legacy with momentum
Oklahomans can now purchase a specialty Ralph Ellison Foundation license plate
Honor Oklahoma’s most influential literary voices, spark conversation, and support the Foundation’s work with a specialty license plate.
Why It Matters
This specialty plate celebrates Ralph Ellison’s legacy as one of Oklahoma’s most influential and lasting literary voices. It’s a simple and powerful way to show pride and support the Foundation’s work, at home and across state lines.
How the Specialty Plate Works
- Plate fee: $41.60 total
- Available to all Oklahoma-registered vehicles
- Application and payment are sent directly to Service Oklahoma
- The Foundation does not collect payments
Help Us Reach the 100-Plate Requirement
- A minimum of 100 prepaid applications is required.
Deadline: May 1, 2026
- If fewer than 100 applications are received, all payments are refunded
How to Apply
- Download the Oklahoma Special License Plate Application (Form 708-E)
- Complete the form and select the Ralph Ellison Foundation plate (Code: REF)
- Mail the completed form and payment to Service Oklahoma
- Optional: Notify the Foundation that you’ve applied

Let us know that you applied
This optional step allows the Foundation to gauge momentum and keep track of applications in real time.