THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION
Palatine, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
02-0626100
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Palatine, IL, US
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501(c)3
•
EIN
02-0626100
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Ehlert Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Illinois, with additional support in Washington, D.C., and Florida. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in exploring warm-introduction pathways can utilize Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with this funder.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LIVE 4 LALI INC
$169.5K
9%

Humane World for Animals Inc
$150K
8%
INSPIRATION OUTREACH FOUNDATION
$141K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$5.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, District Of Columbia, and Florida. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $532 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include LIVE 4 LALI INC, Humane World for Animals Inc, and INSPIRATION OUTREACH FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE EHLERT FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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