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THE ELLIS FOUNDATION

THE ELLIS FOUNDATION

Fort Scott, KS, US
501(c)3
EIN
48-1093604
Regional Funder
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THE ELLIS FOUNDATION

Fort Scott, KS, US
501(c)3
EIN
48-1093604
Regional Funder

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Est.

1990

Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Ellis Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives in Kansas, having awarded a total of $36K in grants to a single grantee. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES WHO HAVE LIMITED FINANCIAL RESOURCES ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
Total Funding Given

$36K

2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BEACON INC
Fort Scott, KS
$430.7K
97%
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$36K
Median 2nd year grant
$36K
C
Chris D Ellis
Board Member
C
Catherine D Ellis
Board Member
J
Joshua Shaffer
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ELLIS FOUNDATION?
No. THE ELLIS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ELLIS FOUNDATION give?
THE ELLIS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Kansas. 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 ELLIS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ELLIS FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $36 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ELLIS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE ELLIS FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $36 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ELLIS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE ELLIS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include BEACON INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ELLIS FOUNDATION?
THE ELLIS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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