The Caleb C. Pruden Trust provides financial assistance to organizations dedicated to improving the lives of blind individuals residing in the City of Elizabeth, New Jersey. The trust operates with a focused mission to support initiatives that enhance the education, health, and overall well-being of visually impaired residents. The funding is available exclusively to nonprofit organizations that meet the eligibility criteria as a tax-exempt entity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Individuals are not eligible to apply.
Grants awarded by the trust typically range from $5,000 to $20,000, with an average of four grants distributed annually. Organizations applying for funding must demonstrate how their programs directly benefit blind persons in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Applications must be submitted online using the designated grant application form. The trust does not provide funding outside the specified geographic area.
Applications are accepted once per year, with a submission deadline of February 28. All applications are reviewed at the trust’s annual grant meeting, and applicants will receive an automated email confirming receipt of their submission. The trust is managed by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., serving as co-trustee alongside two individual trustees.
Grant recipients must comply with reporting requirements, submitting a progress report within six months of receiving funds unless otherwise specified at the time of award. The trust prioritizes accountability and the effective use of grant funds to ensure meaningful impact on the blind community in Elizabeth.
