Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation
Wilmington, DE, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
46-1619364
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Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
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The Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Connecticut, having paid a total of $10K in grants to 12 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF RIDGEFIELD
$270K
30%
THE RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE FOR MOVIES AND THE PERFORMING ARTS INC
$220K
25%
Ridgefield Library Association Inc
$100K
11%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation?
No. Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation give?
Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut. 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 Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $10 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF RIDGEFIELD, THE RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE FOR MOVIES AND THE PERFORMING ARTS INC, and Ridgefield Library Association Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation?
Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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