GUIDING PRINCIPLES

The A. J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust:

  • Supports established organizations with specific goals and objectives.

  • Partners with other donors rather than solely underwriting the entire cost of projects or programs.

  • Serves as a catalyst for donations to projects and programs that will benefit the largest number of individuals.

  • Supports organizations that demonstrate financial accountability and measurable outcomes.

  • Provides grants that encourage hope and vision, especially for children and young adults.

  • Supports organizations that provide services that benefit the entire community. 

  • Operates on the principles of compassion, progress, justice, and participation in an effort to alleviate human suffering, maximize human potential, solve social problems, and build community.