Elsie Davis Young Trust
Preselected recipients only
Elsie Davis Young Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,647 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $4,331 and the largest $8,661. 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$34,647
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$4,331
- Largest grant$8,661
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $34,208 the year before.
14% of its 2025 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 | $34,225 | 7 | $823,487 |
| 2024 | $34,208 | 7 | $897,299 |
| 2025 | $34,647 | 7 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Elsie Davis Young Trust 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 Elsie Davis Young Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $25,985 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,331 |
| New York | 1 | $4,331 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CT Children's Medical Center Director Info and Support Services | General | $8,661 |
| United Visiting Nurse Association | General | $4,331 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | General | $4,331 |
| United Way of Coastal Fairfield County | General | $4,331 |
| Lifebridge Community Services Inc | General | $4,331 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $4,331 |
| American Red Cross Ogc-Trusts & Estates | General | $4,331 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Elsie Davis Young Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elsie Davis Young Trust give?
$34,647 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $4,331.
Who runs Elsie Davis Young Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Elsie Davis Young Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.