The Sara Long Trust is a charitable foundation that provides grants to qualified organizations that assist individuals who have become incapable of supporting themselves due to accident, disease, or old age. The mission of the Trust is to support organizations that provide necessary aid to people facing these circumstances, ensuring they receive the care and services they need to live with dignity. The Trust’s funding is aimed at organizations based in Pennsylvania, as the Trust has a practice of focusing on the state, although there are no geographic restrictions within the state.

Eligible organizations must be classified as exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. These organizations are required to submit their applications through the Trust's online grant application form. For applicants who require assistive technology, an alternative accessible application is available. It is important to note that the Trust does not provide funding to individuals, but instead supports nonprofit organizations with proven programs that directly assist those in need.

The Trust typically awards grants with an average grant size of $3,000, and it distributes around five grants annually. This number can fluctuate, as the Trust reviews applications each year based on available funding and program needs. The Trust follows an annual cycle for reviewing applications, with all applications due by March 1 to be considered during the annual grant meeting. Applications can be submitted at any time of year, but those received after the deadline will be considered for the following year’s cycle.

Once a grant is awarded, the organization must submit a progress report within six months of receiving the funds, unless otherwise specified. This ensures that the Trust can track the effectiveness and impact of the funding provided. The Trust sends an automated email to acknowledge the receipt of each application.

The Sara Long Trust’s trustees are Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., which manages the Trust's operations. The Trust’s focus on health and human services grants is central to its mission, as it seeks to help organizations that provide vital support to people who are struggling with the inability to care for themselves due to illness, injury, or aging.