Ruth P. Seruga Trust Grant

The Ruth P. Seruga Trust Grant provides funding to non-profit organizations that enhance the quality of life in Lehigh County, PA. Established from Mrs. Seruga's will, the trust aims to support various charitable causes, including arts, education, health, and human services, with an average grant size of $3,000. Applications are accepted year-round, but must be submitted by August 1 for annual review in September.

NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round; however, applications must be submitted by August 1 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting that occurs each September.
The Ruth P. Seruga Trust was established under the Last Will and Testament of Mrs. Seruga out of her desire to help serve the needs of the citizens of Lehigh County, PA. As a perpetual trust, Mrs. Seruga’s generosity will have a positive impact on the Lehigh Valley community for many years to come.
To provide grants to non-profit organizations supporting charitable causes in Lehigh County, PA.

Eligibility

Grants are made to non-profit organizations making substantial efforts to improve the quality of life in Lehigh County, PA.Requirements:
To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users.

Ineligibility

The Trust typically does not fund requests for: