Our Grants
The Piper Trust’s grantmaking focuses on Virginia Galvin Piper’s commitment to improving the quality of life for residents of Maricopa County. Reflecting Mrs. Piper’s own grantmaking, the Trust awards grants in six core program areas:
Competitive Grantmaking
Piper Trust conducts rigorous competitive grantmaking. Program, evaluation, communication and finance staff work closely with potential grantees to ensure that projects are focused, meet the Trust’s funding guidelines and address longer term needs.
Special Investments
Piper Trust funds special projects identified by the Trust to accomplish program goals. These projects can bring national program models to Maricopa County or draw together nonprofit partners to forge collaborations for long-term, communitywide impact.