THE ELLEN FUNDClosed
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This organization closed in 2023. It filed a final 990 indicating termination and no longer appears as active in IRS records, as it is absent from the EO Business Master File and Pub78 List.
AI Summary
The Ellen Fund is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on providing financial support through an invitation-only process, emphasizing relationship-based engagement with its grantees. In 2021, the fund distributed a total of $2.2 million across eight grantees. It is important to note that The Ellen Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with this funder.
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Mission Statement
SEE SCHEDULE OSUPPORT GLOBAL CONSERVATION EFFORTS FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES.
Cause Areas
1
Domesticated animals
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International Inc
$5.7M
88%
MASS DESIGN GROUP LTD
$303K
5%

REWILD
$160K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$72.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.1M
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ELLEN FUND?
No. THE ELLEN FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ELLEN FUND give?
THE ELLEN FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Georgia, Massachusetts, and Texas. 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 ELLEN FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ELLEN FUND fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $72 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ELLEN FUND make each year?
In 2021, THE ELLEN FUND awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $2.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ELLEN FUND fund recently?
In 2023, THE ELLEN FUND awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International Inc, MASS DESIGN GROUP LTD, and REWILD. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ELLEN FUND?
THE ELLEN FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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