Lucille Drinkwater Allen Trust Grant

The Lucille Drinkwater Allen Trust is administered by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. through its Trust Philanthropic Services Private Foundations division. Established in memory of Lucille Drinkwater Allen, a long-time resident of Denver, Colorado, the Trust was founded according to her Last Will and Testament. Mrs. Allen was a devoted animal lover whose life was deeply enriched by the companionship of dogs. Her philanthropic legacy continues through this Trust, which reflects her commitment to animal welfare, particularly concerning dogs in need. The primary mission of the Lucille Drinkwater Allen Trust is to support the care and well-being of neglected, homeless, injured, or abused domestic animals. The Trust emphasizes alleviating the suffering, sickness, hunger, and hardship faced by such animals, with a clear directive that no funds are to be used to support euthanasia under any circumstances. While the Trust is open to applications from a range of animal welfare initiatives, its geographical focus remains on organizations located within Colorado, in accordance with the donor’s personal connection to the region. The Trust limits its support to causes aligned with direct care for animals and specifically excludes funding for any anti-vivisectionist organizations, except in cases where animals previously subjected to vivisection are being cared for. Funding amounts typically range from $2,000 to $3,000 per grant, with an average of five grants awarded each year, totaling approximately $10,000 in annual disbursements. The application process is accessible year-round via an online submission portal, though to be considered at the annual review meeting held in August or September, applications must be received by July 31. Upon submission, applicants receive an automated confirmation email. Notifications of award decisions are generally distributed in late summer or early fall. If awarded, recipients may be required to submit periodic progress and final reports. The Trust does not provide scholarships to individuals and directs such inquiries to csascholars.org. For those seeking additional insight into Wells Fargo’s broader philanthropic efforts, the company maintains a dedicated Philanthropy and Community Impact platform. For assistance or further inquiries related to the Lucille Drinkwater Allen Trust, applicants may contact grant administration support via phone or email.