Eugene Edge III Charitable Trust Grant

Eugene Edge III Charitable Trust Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Eugene Edge III Charitable Trust
Amount: US $30,000 - US $40,000
Last Updated: June 20, 2025

Summary

The Eugene Edge III Charitable Trust, founded by Dr. Eugene Edge III, supports non-profit organizations in Brazos County, Texas. Grants typically range from $30,000 to $40,000, with an average of 15 grants awarded annually, totaling around $590,000. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt and focus on arts, education, health, and human services. The Trust, honoring Dr. Edge's legacy, does not fund endowments.

Overview

Eugene Edge III Charitable Trust The Eugene Edge III Charitable Trust was created by Dr. Eugene Edge III of Bryan, Texas. Dr. Edge was a United States Naval Veteran, a small business owner, an Assistant Professor of English at Georgetown University and Professor at Sam Houston State University. Dr. Edge created this Trust to continue his lifetime of philanthropic giving in Brazos County, Texas. He died on January 10, 2015. Average Giving Average grant size: $30,000 to $40,000 Average number of grants per year: 15 Average total giving per year: $590,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Eugene Edge III Charitable Trust primarily supports organizations located in and serving Brazos County, Texas in the areas of arts, education, health and human services.To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Ineligibility

The foundation does not fund requests to support endowments.