Walter J. Miller Trust Grant

The Walter J. Miller Trust Grant provides financial support to numerous charitable organizations in Pennsylvania. Established to honor the legacy of Mr. Miller and his sisters, the Trust emphasizes funding for education, health services, arts, and social welfare. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) compliant, with a focus on projects that address community needs not met by others. The Trust aims to ensure lasting impact through its generous contributions, fostering community development and support.

The Walter J. Miller Trust was established by the Last Will and Testament of Mr. Miller, in part to honor the memory of his two sisters, Ann C. Miller and May C. Miller. Today, the Trust makes grants to various charitable causes within the state of Pennsylvania and, as a perpetual trust, Walter J. Miller’s generosity will have an impact on those in need for years to come.
To provide grants to non-profit organizations in support of various charitable causes including education, health services, religious organizations, social welfare programs, the environment, and areas within the arts, culture, and humanities.
Program areas
Arts, culture, and humanitiesEducationEnvironment/animalsHealthHuman servicesPublic/society benefitReligion

Eligibility

To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.Consideration may be also given to requests for the following:Education – The Trust awards grants to educational institutions and organizations.Health Services – The Trust supports non-profit hospitals that have official tax status as charitable hospitals. Funds are provided for unique programs, equipment, capital improvement, medical scholarships and research. Proposals must document a special need in the community and provide evidence that the needs cited are not being met by other organizations.Religion – The Trust supports churches of all denominations for education and capital improvements.Social Welfare – Broad-based agencies which provide assistance to the elderly, youth, indigent, and homeless will also be considered.LibrariesArt and TheatreMuseumsPreservation of Nature and WildlifePreservation and restoration of historical buildings, monuments, and grounds.

Ineligibility

The foundation typically does not fund requests for:Political supportFundraising dinners or athletic events