Inspired by the story of Saint Martin, Dr. Howard Aylward, Jr. and Dee Aylward established this fund to promote human flourishing in Centre County. The story of Saint Martin is a simple one: As a young Roman soldier, he had just arrived within the city walls of Amiens after a long trip with his army. Cold, tired, hungry, and longing for shelter, he made his way to the inn. On his way, he came across a beggar who was in great despair. Although Martin had nothing to give, he cut his cloak in two and gave half to the beggar. That same night, Martin had a dream in which God honored him for his good deed, proclaiming that what he did for the poor man, he did for God. As a donor advised fund, the recipient organizations may change each year depending on where the donor-advisors see the greatest need.