The Elfenworks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Elfenworks Foundation is a private foundation in San Mateo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,150 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$250,150
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was down from $401,187 the year before.
69% 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 | $398,950 | 14 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $401,187 | 13 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $250,150 | 13 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
The Elfenworks 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Elfenworks Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $104,100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 9 | $41,050 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University | Grant | $100,000 |
| Ideas United LLC | Grant | $89,100 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | Grant | $25,000 |
| The Carter Center | Grant | $15,000 |
| Sutter Health | Grant | $10,000 |
| Realized Impact | Grant | $5,000 |
| Bay Area Rescue Mission | Grant | $1,000 |
| Covenant House | Grant | $1,000 |
| Samaritan House | Grant | $1,000 |
| St Anthony's | Grant | $1,000 |
| St Mary's College | Grant | $1,000 |
| Ywam San Francisco | Grant | $1,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | Grant | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Hillier
- Lauren Speeth
- Mark Vorsatz
- Elizabeth Wied
Questions people ask
Does The Elfenworks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Elfenworks Foundation give?
$250,150 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Elfenworks Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Hillier (Tax Matters Officer), Lauren Speeth (Trustee), Mark Vorsatz (Trustee) and Elizabeth Wied (Trustee).
What does The Elfenworks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.