Ellis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ellis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Centre, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,231 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $8,731. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$17,231
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$8,731
- Assets$383,422
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $18,524 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,775 | 11 | $316,695 |
| 2024 | $18,524 | 7 | $340,786 |
| 2025 | $17,231 | 5 | $383,422 |
How to apply
Ellis Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Ellis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 5 | $17,231 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Baptist Church of Centre | Support of programs | $8,731 |
| Jacksonville State University | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Cherokee County Board of Education | Support of programs | $1,500 |
| Ellisville Volunteer Fire Department | Support of programs | $1,000 |
| Jacksonville City Board of Education | Support of programs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Watt A Ellis III
- Freida R Ellis
Questions people ask
Does Ellis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ellis Family Foundation give?
$17,231 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Ellis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Watt A Ellis III (President/Director) and Freida R Ellis (Vice President/Director).
What does Ellis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.