The E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation was established to continue the philanthropic legacy of its founders, focusing on supporting various charitable causes, mainly through significant funding received after the deaths of its founders. While operating independently, it honors the wishes of E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter, emphasizing support in communities significant to the history of Carpenter Co.
The Foundation offers Community Health Nursing Grants targeting support towards public charities specifically selected by the Foundation Board. These grants aim to foster improvements in community health nursing in Worcester, Massachusetts; Richmond, Virginia; and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, highlighting the Foundation's commitment to enhancing healthcare in these communities.