Hildur H. Michel Charitable Trust Grant

Hildur H. Michel Charitable Trust Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Hildur H. Michel Charitable Trust
Amount: US $3,000 - US $5,000
Last Updated: November 30, 2025

Summary

The Hildur H. Michel Charitable Trust Grant supports organizations assisting individuals who are blind and visually impaired, primarily in Texas, particularly El Paso. Grants range from $3,000 to $5,000 and are awarded annually to 3-5 qualified 501(c)(3) organizations. The foundation does not typically fund requests for salaries not related to program support, ensuring that funds are directed towards meaningful programmatic efforts.

Overview

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. There are no geographic limitations; however, the trust has a practice of primarily supporting organizations located in Texas, specifically El Paso. The grants, administered through the Wells Fargo Bank as trustees for the Foundation, are awarded annually to 3 - 5 qualified organizations amounting to $3,000 - $5,000 each.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Ineligibility

The foundation typically does not fund requests for salaries not related to program support.