Guidelines for Charitable Giving

Donation Guidelines

As part of the foundation’s mission we give financial support to public charities that

• provide relief for the poor, distressed or underprivileged with a focus on local organizations

• conduct conservation and habitat restoration of ecologically significant land

• conduct local historical research

• cultivate and support the arts and arts education in our area

We do not accept unsolicited requests for donations, including:

• Personal assistance for individuals/families including pageants, trips or financial distress needs

• Third-party donation requests

• Political or election related requests

• Business fundraising or associate recognition

• Requests for support outside our area

We are currently not accepting ANY unsolicited requests for donations.

All contributions are made at the sole discretion of the trustee. Any organization that discriminates based on gender, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law is ineligible for consideration.