THE ELLIS FOUNDATION
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THE ELLIS FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaker that reported $36K in grants paid to 1 grantee in filing year 2025. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and funds by invitation only; nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES WHO HAVE LIMITED FINANCIAL RESOURCES ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
4
Education
Higher education
Communication media
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BEACON INC
Fort Scott, KS
$430.7K
97%
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- 1 grantees
- 13 board & team members
- 12 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
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.