Pilot community projects-Carver Ch Trust

 The Carver Charitable Trust makes grants to IRS 501(c)(3), tax-exempt organizations.  It does not make grants directly to individuals, although some of its grants to organizations may be distributed to individuals in the form of scholarships and research awards.  The great majority of grants are given to organizations located in and for projects to be conducted within the state of Iowa and a portion of western Illinois, as well as to other organizations in which Mr. Carver had an interest during his lifetime.  Generally speaking, the Carver Trust is interested in supporting medical and scientific research, scholarships, general education and programs addressing the needs of youth.  

           Issues important to the Trustees when considering applications are as follows:

 ·       Helping those who are attempting to overcome significant obstacles in obtaining an education. 

·          Medical and scientific research that has great potential for practical application.

·          Pilot projects.  Getting a good idea started that may be extended and supported in the wider community, particularly where Trust support may have significant leverage.

·          Projects and organizations with a strong volunteer component.

·          Projects where objectives and methods for evaluation of results are clearly presented.

·          Projects possessing an innovative spirit.

   The Carver Trust does not generally provide annual operating support or award endowments, although the Trustees realize that endowments are sometimes necessary to accomplish the long-term goals of a proposal.

   The Carver Trust does not support annual campaigns or provide direct grants to organizations without 501(c)(3) status, individuals, or for religious and political activities, annual fundraising benefits or program advertising.

 For further information, see

 <http://www.carvertrust.org/guidelines.htm>