Caleb C. Pruden Trust
Overview
Mission
To support qualified organizations that benefit blind persons residing in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Annual application deadlines
February 28
Program areas
Education
Health
Human services
States served
New Jersey
Geographic limitations
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Trustees
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., serves as co-trustee with two individual trustees
Grant Guidelines
The Caleb C. Pruden Trust provides grants to organizations that benefit blind persons located in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Requirements
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
- Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form.
- Organizations must benefit residents in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Limitations
The foundation does not grant funds to individuals.
Average giving
Average grant size: $5,000 to $20,000
Average number of grants per year: 4
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications must be submitted by February 28 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting.
Communications
Applicants will receive an automated email confirming their submission.
Required agreements and reports
Except as otherwise specified when a grant is awarded, a progress report must be submitted within 6 months after receiving funds.
Foundation Information
About the Foundation
The Caleb C. Pruden Trust was established under the Last Will and Testament of Mr. Pruden. His desire was to alleviate the sufferings and promote the welfare of blind persons residing in his native city, Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Mission
To support qualified organizations that benefit blind persons residing in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Annual application deadlines
February 28
Program areas
Education
Health
Human services
States served
New Jersey
Geographic limitations
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Trustees
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., serves as co-trustee with two individual trustees
The Caleb C. Pruden Trust provides grants to organizations that benefit blind persons located in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Requirements
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
- Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form.
- Organizations must benefit residents in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Limitations
The foundation does not grant funds to individuals.
Average giving
Average grant size: $5,000 to $20,000
Average number of grants per year: 4
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications must be submitted by February 28 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting.
Communications
Applicants will receive an automated email confirming their submission.
Required agreements and reports
Except as otherwise specified when a grant is awarded, a progress report must be submitted within 6 months after receiving funds.
About the Foundation
The Caleb C. Pruden Trust was established under the Last Will and Testament of Mr. Pruden. His desire was to alleviate the sufferings and promote the welfare of blind persons residing in his native city, Elizabeth, New Jersey.
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