The Paul and Johanna Laszig Fund for the Elderly is a grant program administered by Wells Fargo Trust Philanthropic Services Private Foundations. The fund's mission is to support the welfare of elderly residents in Ridgefield, Connecticut, who are over the age of 62 and require financial assistance. The grants are intended to provide aid in housing, medical assistance, transportation, food, and other essential services that help recipients maintain their dignity and quality of life in their later years.
Eligible applicants for this grant must be nonprofit organizations that qualify as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The funding is restricted to programs and services benefiting elderly individuals in Ridgefield, Connecticut. The foundation does not provide direct financial assistance to individuals, limiting its funding to organizations that can implement support initiatives for the elderly population.
The average grant size awarded through this fund ranges between $1,000 and $25,000, with approximately six grants distributed annually. The total funding available each year is typically around $50,000. Organizations seeking funding must submit their applications by December 31 each year. While applications are accepted year-round, they must be received by this deadline to be considered at the annual grant meeting.
Upon submission, applicants will receive an automated email confirming receipt of their application. Grant recipients are generally required to submit a progress report within six months of receiving funding unless otherwise specified at the time of the award. These reports help ensure that funds are being used effectively to meet the program’s objectives.
For any questions regarding the grant process, applicants can contact Wells Fargo’s grant administration team via email at grantadministration@wellsfargo.com or by phone at 1-888-235-4351. The fund is part of Wells Fargo’s broader philanthropic initiatives, managed under their Wealth & Investment Management division, which oversees various private foundation funds to support social welfare and community initiatives.
