J. T. - Minnie Maude Charitable Trust

The J.T. – Minnie Maude Charitable Trust, a 501(c)(3) private foundation, was established in 2007 through the generosity of its sole benefactor, James T. Emerson, deceased. The Trust provides higher educational scholarships to students and makes charitable grants to tax-exempt organizations. Please read the biographical stories about Mr. Emerson and Minnie Maude to understand why the trustees and staff are committed to the Trust’s mission and vision. MISSION Following the directions of its sole benefactor, James Thomas Emerson, deceased, the J.T.- Minnie Maude Charitable Trust provides higher education scholarships to increase career opportunities for regional students and grants to tax-exempt organizations to improve the quality of life for residents of Danville/Pittsylvania County. VISION The J.T. – Minnie Maude Charitable Trust serves as a perpetual financial resource to area students and tax-exempt organizations allowing our community and its residents to compete and succeed.