THE ELLINGTON FUND
AI Summary
THE ELLINGTON FUND is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that paid $1.6M in grants to 1 grantee in 2024. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants by invitation only; nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SPONSOR, MAINTAIN AND FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THE VARIOUS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES OF THE DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, INCLUDING CURRICULUM PROGRAMS, STUDENT SUPPORT FUNCTIONS, ART AND ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES AND COURSES, PRODUCTIONS, EXHIBITS, CONCERTS, WORKSHOPS AND EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS, AND TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE TO GRADUATES OF THE DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL IN PURSUIT OF COLLEGE OR PROFESSIONAL CAREERS; TO SUPPORT, PROMOTE AND EMPOWER THE NEXT GENERATION OF EMERGING ARTISTS, GLOBAL CITIZENS, AND CRITICAL SCHOLARS BY INVESTING IN THEIR FUTURES TODAY.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS PROJECTS
Washington, DC
$12.8M
100%
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- 1 grantees
- 89 board & team members
- 11 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ELLINGTON FUND?
No. THE ELLINGTON FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ELLINGTON FUND give?
THE ELLINGTON FUND primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia. 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 ELLINGTON FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ELLINGTON FUND fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1.2 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ELLINGTON FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE ELLINGTON FUND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ELLINGTON FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE ELLINGTON FUND awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS PROJECTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ELLINGTON FUND?
THE ELLINGTON FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.