Felix E. Martin Jr. was a benefactor for so many projects in Muhlenberg County, leaving $50 million in his will to create a Foundation for the civic, cultural, and educational benefit of Muhlenberg County.
One of the earliest projects of the Foundation was to support the creation of Felix E. Martin Jr. Hall, providing funding to upgrade the planned school auditorium into a top-of-the-line performing arts center available for public and community events in addition to school activities.
Since the opening of the hall in 2012, the Felix E. Martin Jr. Foundation has remained committed to its success, providing annual funding to ensure that the Hall has staff who focus on supporting community events and bringing cultural opportunities to Muhlenberg County.