Elfstrom Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elfstrom Family Foundation is a private foundation in Arnold, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$34,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$678,516
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,500 the year before.
10% 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 | $30,500 | 12 | $580,256 |
| 2024 | $27,500 | 11 | $653,761 |
| 2025 | $34,500 | 13 | $678,516 |
How to apply
Elfstrom Family 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 Elfstrom Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $4,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $4,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Youth Correct Ministr | Fellowship | $7,000 |
| Teen Scene Inc | Youth Services | $5,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Fellowship | $4,000 |
| Come and See Foundation | Fellowship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Fellowship | $3,000 |
| Mount Hermon Association Inc | Fellowship | $2,000 |
| International Justice Mission | Public Charity | $2,000 |
| Ligonier Ministries | Fellowship | $2,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Fellowship | $1,500 |
| Moraga Valley Pres Church | Fellowship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Fellowship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Fellowship | $1,000 |
| Prayvine | Fellowship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William C Rust
- Diane Rust
- Nancy Rather
- Pam Prickett
- Ken L Prickett
Questions people ask
Does Elfstrom Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elfstrom Family Foundation give?
$34,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Elfstrom Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William C Rust (Vice President), Diane Rust (Vice President), Nancy Rather (Vice President) and Pam Prickett (Secretary/Treas) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Elfstrom Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.