Sturgis Charitable Trust
This organization is a private foundation that focuses on supporting various charitable causes primarily in the areas of healthcare and education. Its mission appears to center on providing general operating support to nonprofit organizations, including hospitals, universities, and community service entities. The foundation demonstrates a commitment to enhancing community welfare through its funding of health-related institutions and educational foundations. It serves a diverse range of populations by funding organizations that address health, education, and disability support services.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Established nonprofits (hospitals, university foundations, rehabilitation and special-education centers) operating in Arkansas, Texas, or Louisiana with an existing relationship or proven track record of large general operating needs.
Good Fit
- • Institutional size and stability (hospital, university foundation, or long-standing community institution).
- • Located in Arkansas, Texas, or Louisiana (regional focus).
- • Requesting general operating support at mid-to-large grant levels (roughly $80K–$350K).
- • An existing relationship or formal introduction to the trustee/administrative contact.
Geography
Observed grants go to three states (Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana), with one state receiving about 45% of the total; that indicates a regional rather than purely local or national footprint.
Recipient Variety
Ten distinct recipients appear in the latest year and across years, including hospitals, university foundations, rehabilitation and special-education centers, showing a moderate and institutionally diverse portfolio for this foundation's size.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows no new grantees over four observed years and the foundation's materials state funding is provided only to preselected organizations, so unfamiliar applicants are unlikely to break into the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
