Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust Grant

Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust
Amount: US $20,000 - US $50,000
Last Updated: July 17, 2025

Summary

The Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust, established in 1998, supports nonprofits in Massachusetts that aid disabled children, older adults, and protect animals. With an application deadline of June 1, grants typically range from $20,000 to $50,000, focusing on operating support or program needs. Organizations are encouraged to apply, especially those dedicated solely to the Trust's mission, with grant decisions communicated by the end of September.

Overview

Mission The Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust was established in 1998 and began grantmaking in 2022. The Mullen Charitable Trust supports organizations and programs that “provide aid or assistance to disabled children, the elderly or infirm, or which provide care for and protection from cruelty to animals.” The Trust supports nonprofit organizations serving Massachusetts communities. Program interests include: Aid or assistance for children with disabilities Aid or assistance for older adults, or adults with disabilities Care and protection of animals Guidelines The Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust's application deadline is June 1. Grant applicants will be notified of grant decisions by the end of September. Aid or assistance to children with disabilities or older adults may be for physical and/or mental disabilities/mental health programs. Grant requests for general operating support or program support are encouraged. Small, program-related capital expenses may be included in general operating or program requests. Agencies with organizational budgets over $10MM are discouraged from seeking general operating support, unless their entire operation is devoted to one of the three program interests outlined under mission. Typical grants range from $20,000 to $50,000 per grant year. The majority of grants from The Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust are 1 year in duration. On occasion, multi-year support is awarded.

Eligibility

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