The E L Cord Foundation
Accepts applications
The E L Cord Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.6 million in 90 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $830,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.6 million
- Number of grants90
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$830,000
- Assets$79.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.2 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.2 million | 88 | $74.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.6 million | 90 | $79.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The E L Cord Foundation 6900 So McCarran Blvd Ste 2060, Reno, NV 89509 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (775) 323-0373 |
| What to submit | Applications should be mailed to the home office. Applicants must include the project description, amount requested and proof of tax exempt status as described in the "e. L. Cord foundation brochure". |
| Deadlines | Any time throughout the year |
| Restrictions | No restrictions or limitations on awards |
What The E L Cord Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 85 | $3.5 million |
| California | 4 | $52,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada Reno Foundation | General purpose | $830,000 |
| First Tee Northern Nevada | General purpose | $350,000 |
| Nevada Museum of Art | General purpose | $200,000 |
| PBS Reno | General purpose | $160,000 |
| Artown | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Keep Memory Alive | General purpose | $100,000 |
| National Automobile Museum | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Reno Philharmonic Association | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Nevada Humane Society | General purpose | $75,000 |
| Ava Ballet Theatre | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Elko | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Kenny Guinn Center for Policy Priorities | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Renown Health Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| The Solace Tree | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Unlv Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Assistance League Reno-Sparks | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Fndn | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Nevada Children's Foundation | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Western Nevada College Foundation | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Washoe County School District | General purpose | $27,000 |
| Arts for All Nevada | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Mason Valley | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada | General purpose | $25,000 |
| BPS Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| House Calls | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Nevada News Bureau Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Nevada Women's Fund | General purpose | $25,000 |
| North Valleys High School | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Reno Cancer Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The National Judicial College | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Veterans Guest House | General purpose | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Care Chest of Sierra Nevada | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Cast Hope | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Damonte Ranch High School | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Domestic Violence Resource Center | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Marvin Picollo School | General purpose | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph S Bradley
- William O Bradley Jr
Questions people ask
Does The E L Cord Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Any time throughout the year.
How much does The E L Cord Foundation give?
$3.6 million in tax year 2024, across 90 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The E L Cord Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph S Bradley (Co-Trustee) and William O Bradley Jr (Co-Trustee).
What does The E L Cord Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.