Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,850 in 59 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$75,850
- Number of grants59
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$802,773
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2025 was up from $58,325 the year before.
51% of its 2025 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 | $43,548 | 49 | $757,377 |
| 2024 | $58,325 | 52 | $757,019 |
| 2025 | $75,850 | 59 | $802,773 |
How to apply
Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc 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 Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 36 | $58,827 |
| Colorado | 2 | $6,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,000 |
| New Mexico | 7 | $2,850 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $1,800 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $442 |
| Virginia | 1 | $300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose Public Library Fdn | Charitable | $10,000 |
| San Jose Spotlight | Charitable | $10,000 |
| San Jose Chamber Orchestra | Charitable | $5,350 |
| Univ of Co at Boulder Fdn | Charitable | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Silicon Valley | Charitable | $3,003 |
| East Side Education Fdn | Charitable | $3,000 |
| County of Santa Clara | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Healthier Kids Fdn | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Valley Health Fdn | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Christmas Inn the Park | Charitable | $2,200 |
| Supplybankorg | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Silicon Valley Council of Nonproits | Charitable | $1,850 |
| Latino Coalition of Silicon Valley | Charitable | $1,550 |
| Alum Rock Counseling | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Aaci | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Leadership Forum of SV | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Assistance Dogs of the West | Charitable | $1,000 |
| BCG of Silicon Valley | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Children Noworg | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Community Initiatives | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $1,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Latina Contra Cancer | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Native American Rights | Charitable | $1,000 |
| San Jose CP | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Jude Research Hospital | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Temple Emanu El | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Grateful Garment Project | Charitable | $1,000 |
| League of Women Voters US | Charitable | $550 |
| Siren Immigrants Rights Org | Charitable | $500 |
| Human Agenda | Charitable | $500 |
| Kqed Public Media | Charitable | $500 |
| Life Transition Mediation Ctr | Charitable | $500 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| NPR | Charitable | $500 |
| Pivotal Noworg | Charitable | $500 |
| Kids in Common | Charitable | $500 |
| Runsignup Rsu | Charitable | $442 |
| Casa First | Charitable | $400 |
| ALS Network | Charitable | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Meri M Maben
- Robert Lewis
- Walter Hammon
Questions people ask
Does Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc give?
$75,850 in tax year 2025, across 59 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Meri M Maben (President), Robert Lewis (Secretary) and Walter Hammon (Director).
What does Ella Gayle Hamlin Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.