Eli Lilly and Company Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eli Lilly and Company Foundation is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $29.1 million in 95 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $6.4 million. 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$29.1 million
- Number of grants95
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$6.4 million
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was up from $26.0 million the year before.
49% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $26.0 million | 96 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $29.1 million | 95 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
Eli Lilly and Company 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 Eli Lilly and Company Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Indiana. It also paid $34,149 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 57 | $24.5 million |
| California | 9 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 3 | $1.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $525,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $514,057 |
| Florida | 3 | $512,532 |
| North Carolina | 6 | $348,746 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $81,613 |
| Delaware | 1 | $50,879 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Details Regarding Organizations | Match of lilly employee donations | $6.4 million |
| United Way of Central Indiana | Match of lilly employee donations | $6.0 million |
| Indianapolis Foundation Inc | Support of charitable efforts to address homelessness in indianapolis | $1.0 million |
| International School of Indiana Inc | Isi operational support 2023 - 2024 | $1.0 million |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | United nations multi-partner trust fund: health4life | $1.0 million |
| Indiana University | Ampath breast and cervical cancer screening to improve womens cancer outcomes in kenya and nepal | $780,177 |
| Indianapolis Public Schools Education Foundation Inc | Accelerating equitable access to STEM education and experiences | $709,500 |
| Childrens Museum of Indianapolis Incorporated | Girls and young women in STEM in mission jurassic | $600,000 |
| Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce Foundation | Support of charitable purposes of initiatives to enhance indianapolis and central indiana region | $550,000 |
| Be Nimble Foundation Inc | Be nimble entrepreneurship program | $500,000 |
| Florida A & M University Foundation Inc | Support of programs advancing health education and career opportunities for students | $500,000 |
| Howard University | Center of excellence for health education | $500,000 |
| Indiana University | Ampath breast and cervical cancer screening to improve womens cancer outcomes in kenya and nepal | $500,000 |
| Indiana University | Ampath global ncd initiative | $500,000 |
| Trustees of Indiana University | Applying global lessons to advance health equity in indiana (apple-in) | $500,000 |
| Central Indiana Corporate Partnership Foundation Inc | Support of charitable purposes of initiatives to improve economic opportunities for all in indiana. | $466,667 |
| United Way Worldwide | Match of lilly employee donations | $457,952 |
| Teach for America - Indianapolis | Recruiting and growing indiana education and civic system leaders | $350,000 |
| Global Brigades Inc | Global brigades volunteer programs 2024 | $348,000 |
| The Mind Trust Inc | Advancing educational equity | $300,000 |
| Ivy Tech Foundation Inc | Brother 2 brother program at ivy tech indianapolis | $260,000 |
| Center for Leadership Development Inc | Strengthening communities through education, equity and STEM | $250,000 |
| Every Girl Can STEM Inc | Support of STEM educational opportunities | $250,000 |
| Redf | Support of charitable purposes to advance wellness through employment social ent. | $250,000 |
| The MV3 Foundation | Efforts to advance health & identify determinants of health & barriers for underserved | $250,000 |
| Pacers Foundation Inc | Nba math hoops 2022-2025 | $217,220 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief - 2024 hurricane helene & milton | $200,000 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief - 2024 hurricane helene nc | $200,000 |
| Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce Foundation | Accelerate indy 2021 - 2025 | $200,000 |
| National Pharmaceutical Association Foundation | Pharmacy student educational programs | $200,000 |
| Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Inc | Indy volunteer program grants 2024 | $191,225 |
| Trans Solutions Research and Resource Center | The journey to sustainability (vision) 2023 - 2025 | $166,667 |
| Girls Incorporated of Indianapolis Inc | Eureka! 2.0 STEM education | $150,000 |
| Indianapolis Public Transportation Foundation Inc | Support of charitable efforts to bring accessible mobility to all | $150,000 |
| Vcfamilia | Support of charitable purposes of creating an open and inclusive community environment | $150,000 |
| Purdue Polytechnic High School | Stem education for equitable post-secondary employment opportunities | $140,000 |
| Fathers and Families Center | Strong fathers program | $137,500 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | Advancing children's health through access to nutritious food and education | $135,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Indiana Inc | Ja jobspark and ja biztown program support | $125,000 |
| NXG Youth Motorsports Inc | Street STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) | $125,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Ricks
- Lucas Montarce
- Melissa Seymour
- Alonzo Weems
- Anat Hakim
- Anne White
- Daniel Skovronsky
- Diogo Rau
- Edgardo Hernandez
- Ilya Yuffa
- Jacob van Naarden
- Patrik Jonsson
- Eric Dozier
- Anat Ashkenazi
- Johna Norton
Questions people ask
Does Eli Lilly and Company Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eli Lilly and Company Foundation give?
$29.1 million in tax year 2024, across 95 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Eli Lilly and Company Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Ricks (Board Chair), Lucas Montarce (Board Member), Melissa Seymour (Board Member) and Alonzo Weems (Board Member) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Eli Lilly and Company Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and international.