Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation Grant

Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation
Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000
Last Updated: April 19, 2025

Summary

The Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation, established in 1959 by Netta Muessel Ellison, aims to support charitable purposes benefiting South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana. The foundation focuses on areas such as arts, education, health, and human services. Organizations seeking funding must be 501(c)(3) exempt and operate within the specified geographic region. Through its efforts, the foundation honors the legacy of the Muessel and Ellison families, promoting community well-being and civic engagement.

Overview

Netta Muessel Ellison, a life-long South Bend resident, established the Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation in October 1959 to benefit St. Joseph County, especially the City of South Bend. It was the hope of Mrs. Ellison that the Muessel-Ellison Memorial Trust Foundation serve as a fitting community and civic memorial to the Muessel and Ellison families., particularly her husband, D. Sherman Ellison, and her parents, Edward and Mary Muessel. Mrs. Ellison passed away on November 22, 1959. Mission To support a variety of charitable and public purposes that benefit the residents of South Bend, Indiana and St. Joseph County, Indiana. Program areas Arts, culture, and humanitiesEducationEnvironment, animalsHealthHuman servicesPublic/society benefit

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.Geographic limitations: South Bend, Indiana and St. Joseph County, Indiana