Ella's Friends
Preselected recipients only
Ella's Friends is a private foundation in Hampshire, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $3,496 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $3,496 and the largest $3,496. 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$3,496
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$3,496
- Largest grant$3,496
- Assets$4,881
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6,196 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,196 | 1 | $3,592 |
| 2024 | $3,496 | 1 | $4,881 |
How to apply
Ella's Friends 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 Ella's Friends funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $3,496 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ella Johnson Memorial Library | Equipment and Program Expenses | $3,496 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathy Czopek
- Ronald Anderson
- Barbra Duddleson
- Bonnie Keegan
Questions people ask
Does Ella's Friends accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ella's Friends give?
$3,496 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $3,496.
Who runs Ella's Friends?
Its 2024 filing lists Cathy Czopek (President), Ronald Anderson (Vice President), Barbra Duddleson (Secretary) and Bonnie Keegan (Treasurer).
What does Ella's Friends fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.