Milton Charitable Trust Foundation Grant

Milton Charitable Trust Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Robert & Clara Milton Charitable Trust Foundation 318
Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000
Last Updated: May 04, 2025

Summary

The Milton Charitable Trust Foundation Grant aims to support senior housing needs in South Bend, Indiana, promoting health, dignity, independence, and quality of life for the aging population. Established by Robert P. and Clara I. Milton, the foundation continues their legacy by providing annual grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt and focus on enhancing the lives of seniors in the community.

Overview

About the Foundation Robert P. and Clara I. Milton lived for many years on the West side of South Bend. Robert managed one of the city’s leading drug stores at the turn of the 20th century. The Miltons did not have children. Upon their deaths (Robert in 1931; Clara in 1942), they bequeathed their estate for the purpose of creating a retirement home for seniors. In 1982, the retirement home was sold. The Milton’s generous bequest is still being dedicated to meeting senior housing needs for our aging population in ways that promote health, dignity, independence, and quality of life. Mission To meet senior housing needs in the South Bend, Indiana area in ways that promote health, dignity, independence, and quality of life. Average giving Average grant size: $5,000 to $25,000  Average number of grants per year: 10 Average total giving per year: $250,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grants are restricted to charitable organizations in or near South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana that meet senior housing needs in ways that promote health, dignity, independence, and quality of life.To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.