Cyrus M. Quigley demonstrated a commitment to living a courageous life, focusing on initiative, self-reliance, self-respect, humor, and positive change. The Cyrus M. Quigley Foundation aims to create opportunities that embody these qualities, particularly through experiences that challenge physically and encourage service to others.
The Cyrus M. Quigley Foundation, by giving grants ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars for over 20 years, supports organizations that make a significant impact in the lives of young people. This includes fostering attributes like self-reliance and questioning assumptions about oneself and the world, through experiences that include physical challenges and service to others. With a history of giving totaling over $300,000 since 1993, the foundation awards grants to a mix of new and longtime recipient organizations, typically ranging from $1,000 to $7,500.