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Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Michael E. Gellert Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. With a total of $510K distributed among 71 grantees in 2025, the Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$510K
2025
Grantees funded
71
Multi-year grantees
39%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$14.6K
D
David B Spohngellert
Board Member
J
John M Gellert
Board Member
C
Catherine a Gellert
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST?
No. MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST give?
MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Utah, and New York. 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 MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST make each year?
In 2025, MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $510 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST fund recently?
In 2025, MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include President and Fellows of Harvard College, ST PAUL'S SCHOOL, and The New School. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST?
MICHAEL E GELLERT TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.