The Elqui Valley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Elqui Valley Foundation is a private foundation in Sudbury, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $361,300 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $37,675 and the largest $225,000. 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$361,300
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$37,675
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $110,500 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $297,350 | 2 | $3.4 million |
| 2023 | $110,500 | 4 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $361,300 | 6 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Elqui Valley 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 The Elqui Valley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $230,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $45,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,350 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,950 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Adventist University | General support | $225,000 |
| Light Bearers Ministry | General support | $50,000 |
| Georgia Cumberland Academy | General support | $45,000 |
| Gabriela Mistral Foundation Inc | General support | $30,350 |
| Camp Yorktown Bay | General support | $5,950 |
| Texas Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Maria J Grasso
- Angelo J Grasso
- Ana Maria Patterson
- Dominick Patterson
Questions people ask
Does The Elqui Valley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Elqui Valley Foundation give?
$361,300 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $37,675.
Who runs The Elqui Valley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maria J Grasso (Trustee), Angelo J Grasso (Trustee), Ana Maria Patterson (Trustee) and Dominick Patterson (Trustee).
What does The Elqui Valley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.