The Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust was established to continue the philanthropic efforts of Miss Helen E. Ellis, a renowned sculptor and artist dedicated to enriching her community through arts and culture. The trust supports cultural experiences for children and adults in Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford, MA. Grants are available for programs related to arts, music, crafts, conservation, wildlife, and historical preservation. The trust prioritizes project/program requests and does not fund multi-year support, endowments, capital campaigns, academic or medical research, religious purposes, or operating budget items except for critical programming support.

The application deadline for the Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust is September 15, with applicants being notified of decisions by December 31. The trust aims to benefit the citizens of Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford, MA, with a preference for organizations located in Westport for proposals of equal merit.