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The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
A private foundation, The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust is dedicated to honoring Virginia Piper's philanthropic commitment to changing lives and strengthening community in Maricopa County.
By investing in nonprofits and encouraging strategic planning for the future, the Trust strives to make Maricopa County a stronger, more nurturing and vibrant community.
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www.pipertrust.org
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Twitter - @pipertrust
By investing in nonprofits and encouraging strategic planning for the future, the Trust strives to make Maricopa County a stronger, more nurturing and vibrant community.
Web Address
www.pipertrust.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @pipertrust
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Recent News from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awards $141M in Arizona grants - Phoenix Business Journal
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Nate Lowrie, CEO, Valleywise Health Foundation; Laura Magruder, CEO, Maggie's Place; Regina Nixon, executive director, Phoenix Conservatory of...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Nate Lowrie, CEO, Valleywise Health Foundation; Laura Magruder, CEO, Maggie's Place; Regina Nixon, executive director, Phoenix Conservatory of...more
Scottsdale Arts receives $137500 grant from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
The Civic Center released its 2021–2022 season schedule filled with ... American roots, classical and global music to a family series for the young and ... Additionally, Scottsdale Arts Learning...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
The Civic Center released its 2021–2022 season schedule filled with ... American roots, classical and global music to a family series for the young and ... Additionally, Scottsdale Arts Learning...more
Where would metro Phoenix be without the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust?
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
She envisioned the continuation of her strategic, philanthropic investment into the community she treasured, and she expected her legacy to...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
She envisioned the continuation of her strategic, philanthropic investment into the community she treasured, and she expected her legacy to...more
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust gives $6.3M in COVID-19 emergency grants
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
“We have an urgent window right now to make an impact through testing and save lives in our community.” The Piper Trust grant will support...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
“We have an urgent window right now to make an impact through testing and save lives in our community.” The Piper Trust grant will support...more
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust donates $4.3 million to Arizona nonprofits
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
The move is the latest by the state's philanthropic community to lead the way in helping nonprofits continue their services as needs increase - or...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
The move is the latest by the state's philanthropic community to lead the way in helping nonprofits continue their services as needs increase - or...more
'Riders of the Purple Sage: The Making of a Western Opera' premiers Feb. 5
Foundation: Arizona Community Foundation, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Film collaborators include Arizona Community Foundation, Scottsdale's Museum of the West, Zane Grey Cabin Museum, the Navajo Nation, and...more
Foundation: Arizona Community Foundation, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Film collaborators include Arizona Community Foundation, Scottsdale's Museum of the West, Zane Grey Cabin Museum, the Navajo Nation, and...more
$500k grant helps fund Tempe's free pre-school offering
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
In line with its commitment to support early childhood education, a major Valley grant-making organization has awarded half a million dollars to Tempe's free preschool pilot program, a first-ever...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
In line with its commitment to support early childhood education, a major Valley grant-making organization has awarded half a million dollars to Tempe's free preschool pilot program, a first-ever...more
Scottsdale Arts Receives $410000 Grant From Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Scottsdale Arts has received a $410,000 grant from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust to support a comprehensive website and technology restructure initiative. This is the single-largest grant ever...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Scottsdale Arts has received a $410,000 grant from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust to support a comprehensive website and technology restructure initiative. This is the single-largest grant ever...more
Musical Instrument Museum receives grant for expansion
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Musical Instrument Museum receives grant for expansion ... Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust recently awarded a $150,000 grant to the Musical ... to child education and early age development through...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Musical Instrument Museum receives grant for expansion ... Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust recently awarded a $150,000 grant to the Musical ... to child education and early age development through...more
MIM receives grant to expand interactive gallery for children
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
MIM receives grant to expand interactive gallery for children ... The MIM was awarded a $150,000 grant for the Experience Gallery Annex, which ... to child education and early age development through...more
Foundation: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
MIM receives grant to expand interactive gallery for children ... The MIM was awarded a $150,000 grant for the Experience Gallery Annex, which ... to child education and early age development through...more
Illustrative Grants from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Arizona Humanities Council-$20,000
Red Rocks Music Festival-$5,000
Scottsdale Cultural Council-$350,000
West Valley Arts Council-$20,000
Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation-$20,000
Valley of the Sun United Way-$275,000
Arizona College Scholarship Foundation-$400,000
Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc.-$200,000
American Heart Association-$300,000
Central Arizona Shelter Services-$5,000
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