Palumbo Charitable Trust Grants

Palumbo Charitable Trust Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: A.J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust
Last Updated: April 02, 2026

Summary

The A.J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust supports organizations committed to enhancing the lives of children and young adults. They focus on educational institutions, health-related initiatives, and community services in the St. Marys, Pennsylvania area. Grants are awarded to 501(c)(3) organizations demonstrating accountability and measurable outcomes, with a preference for projects that benefit the community at large. The Trust encourages collaborative funding efforts and endeavors that inspire hope and vision.

Overview

Mr. Antonio J. Palumbo once stated that the greatest investment for the future was in the children and young adults of our country. His overwhelming commitment to youth was clearly exhibited in his support of educational institutions, hospitals, and other charitable organizations. Sadly, Mr. Palumbo passed away on December 16, 2002. However, he created a perpetual gift to so many and his spirit of generosity lives on through the A. J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust. Guiding Principles The A. J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust: Supports established organizations with specific goals and objectives.Partners with other donors rather than solely underwriting the entire cost of projects or programs.Serves as a catalyst for donations to projects and programs that will benefit the largest number of individuals.Supports organizations that demonstrate financial accountability and measurable outcomes.Provides grants that encourage hope and vision, especially for children and young adults.Supports organizations that provide services that benefit the entire community. Grant Categories St. Marys, Pennsylvania Charities Grants are awarded to organizations and institutions located in the St. Marys, Pennsylvania area. Catholic Education Grants are awarded to Catholic institutions, including schools at the elementary, secondary, and collegiate levels. Health Related Issues Grants are awarded to organizations and institutions that promote the advancement of health and health-related issues. Social Services Affecting Youth Grants are awarded to organizations and institutions whose purpose is for the improvement of conditions that affect the youth of America. Trustee Discretion Grants are awarded to worthy charitable endeavors determined by the Board of Trustees.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Trust may only consider requests from organizations that are exempt from income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the federal income tax code and are classified as not being a private foundation under section 509(a)(3) of the federal tax code.

Ineligibility

The Trust does not fund operational expenses or indirect costs.