Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust Fund
This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Tarrant County, Texas, focusing on scholarships for students, particularly in journalism, and initiatives that promote arts, education, and assistance for those in need.
The Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust was established in 1969 by Mrs. Helen Irwin Littauer, a Fort Worth, Texas native with a background in journalism and a strong commitment to civic engagement. After moving to Connecticut in 1952, she remained actively involved in community service and local government. She was particularly dedicated to working with troubled youth and was recognized for her philanthropic efforts. The trust was founded to support educational and charitable initiatives, and Mrs. Littauer remained directly involved in grant decisions until her passing in 1989.
The Trust primarily funds charitable organizations serving Tarrant County, Texas. It is particularly interested in initiatives that support scholarships for deserving students, especially those pursuing journalism, as well as programs that promote arts, education, and good citizenship. Additionally, the Trust funds projects aimed at alleviating human suffering, improving medical care and treatment for the needy, supporting hospitals and clinics, and providing care, education, recreation, and physical training for children who are orphaned, needy, or disabled. Other funding areas include assistance for sick, aged, or disabled individuals and initiatives that enhance living and working conditions for all people.
The grant amounts typically range from $10,000 to $25,000. Organizations that have received funding must wait one full grant cycle (one year) before reapplying. For instance, an organization awarded a grant in 2021 would not be eligible to submit an application in 2022 but could reapply in 2023.
The application deadline for the Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust is March 1. The trust does not specify additional submission requirements or evaluation criteria, but applicants should align their proposals with the Trust’s stated priorities. Given the broad scope of eligible projects, organizations seeking funding should ensure they demonstrate a clear impact within Tarrant County and adhere to the focus areas outlined by the Trust.
Basic Information
- Name
- Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust Fund
- Funding Source Type
- Private
- Funding Source
- Helen Irwin Littauer Educational Trust
- Geographic Scope
- Limited
- Eligible States
- Texas
- Eligible Geographies
- Tarrant County (TX)
- Primary Category
- Education
Funding Information
- Award Ceiling
- $25,000.00
- Award Floor
- $10,000.00
- Total Program Funding
- Not Specified
- Number of Awards
- Not Specified
- Match Required
- No
- Funding Details
- Grants range from $10,000 to $25,000 Supports scholarships, arts, education, health, human services, and quality of life improvements Organizations must wait one grant cycle (one year) before reapplying after receiving funding
Important Dates
- Next Deadline
- Not Specified
- Application Opens
- Not Specified
- Application Closes
- Not Specified