Hildur H. Michel Charitable Trust
Overview
Mission
To support charitable organizations that benefit blind or visually handicapped persons.
Annual application deadlines
January 15
Program areas
Education
Health
Human services
States served
Texas
Program limitations
To support charitable organizations that benefit blind or visually handicapped persons.
Geographic limitations
There are no geographic limitations; however, the trust has a practice of primarily supporting organizations located in Texas, specifically El Paso.
Types of support
Program support
Population served
Blind and Visually Handicapped
Trustees
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Grant Guidelines
The Hildur H. Michel Charitable Trust awards grants to organizations that benefit the blind and visually handicapped.
Requirements
- Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form.
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Limitations
The foundation typically does not fund requests for:
- Salaries not related to program support.
Average giving
Average grant size: $3,000 to $5,000
Average number of grants per year: 3 - 5
Average total giving per year: $9,000 - $15,000
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by January 15 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting.
Communications
Applicants will receive an email confirming their submission.
Required agreements and reports
No progress reports are required.
Foundation Information
About the Foundation
This foundation was created under the Last Will and Testament of Hildur H. Michel who passed away in El Paso County, Texas on July 16, 1994. The purpose of the foundation, per the Grantor’s will, is to assist those who are blind and visually impaired.
Mission
To support charitable organizations that benefit blind or visually handicapped persons.
Annual application deadlines
January 15
Program areas
Education
Health
Human services
States served
Texas
Program limitations
To support charitable organizations that benefit blind or visually handicapped persons.
Geographic limitations
There are no geographic limitations; however, the trust has a practice of primarily supporting organizations located in Texas, specifically El Paso.
Types of support
Program support
Population served
Blind and Visually Handicapped
Trustees
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
The Hildur H. Michel Charitable Trust awards grants to organizations that benefit the blind and visually handicapped.
Requirements
- Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form.
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Limitations
The foundation typically does not fund requests for:
- Salaries not related to program support.
Average giving
Average grant size: $3,000 to $5,000
Average number of grants per year: 3 - 5
Average total giving per year: $9,000 - $15,000
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by January 15 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting.
Communications
Applicants will receive an email confirming their submission.
Required agreements and reports
No progress reports are required.
About the Foundation
This foundation was created under the Last Will and Testament of Hildur H. Michel who passed away in El Paso County, Texas on July 16, 1994. The purpose of the foundation, per the Grantor’s will, is to assist those who are blind and visually impaired.
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