El Faro Ephraim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
El Faro Ephraim Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $208,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $99,000 and the largest $105,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$208,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$99,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$738,871
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $120,460 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $120,460 | 3 | $669,095 |
| 2024 | $208,000 | 3 | $738,871 |
How to apply
El Faro Ephraim 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 El Faro Ephraim Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $4,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $105,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $99,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cityline Bible Church | Church offering | $105,000 |
| Mission Impact | Mission work in guatemala | $99,000 |
| Mission El Faro | El faro fundraiser | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip Ephraim
- Nikki Ephraim
- James McCall
- Meagan Ephraim
- Robert Smith
Questions people ask
Does El Faro Ephraim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does El Faro Ephraim Foundation give?
$208,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $99,000.
Who runs El Faro Ephraim Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Philip Ephraim (President and Treasurer), Nikki Ephraim (V.P. and Secretary), James McCall (Director) and Meagan Ephraim (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does El Faro Ephraim Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.