The Gilliam Foundation
Accepts applications
The Gilliam Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $190,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$190,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $160,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $179,860 | 7 | $4.5 million |
| 2023 | $160,000 | 4 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $190,000 | 12 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Patrice Gilliam Johnson PO Box 2364, Wilmington, DE 19899 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (302) 888-2211 |
| What to submit | Submit application to the foundation via www.thegilliamfoundation.org describing need, planned use of requested funds and program co-funders |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Gilliam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 10 | $175,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Braven Inc | Expanding economic opporturnity | $30,000 |
| United Way of Delaware | Get delaware reading | $25,000 |
| Cab Calloway Fund | Cross cultural curriculm | $20,000 |
| Edge for Tomorrow | After school enrichment program | $20,000 |
| First State Educate | Ambassador program | $20,000 |
| Delaware Academy of Vocal Arts | Elevate vocal arts summer institute | $15,000 |
| Reading Assist | High impact tutoring | $15,000 |
| Family Counseling Center | Amanecer counseling & resource center | $10,000 |
| Network Delaware | Social good development | $10,000 |
| Northbay Education Inc | Outdoor learning | $10,000 |
| West End Neighborhood House | Project safe | $10,000 |
| Rob's Barber Shop Community Foundation | Grooming services | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrice Gilliam-Johnson
- Alexis R Gilliam-Lerner
- Leslie B Gilliam
- Bernard Fisher
- Cydney Teal
- Micah Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The Gilliam Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Gilliam Foundation give?
$190,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Gilliam Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrice Gilliam-Johnson (President), Alexis R Gilliam-Lerner (Secretary), Leslie B Gilliam (Treasurer) and Bernard Fisher (Assistant Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Gilliam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.