Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Red Hook, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $89,594 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $780 and the largest $9,459. 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$89,594
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$780
- Largest grant$9,459
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,866 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $71,805 | 51 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $80,866 | 59 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $89,594 | 58 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family 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 Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 21 | $31,709 |
| Massachusetts | 11 | $26,000 |
| Minnesota | 5 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 5 | $8,560 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $4,550 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $2,200 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $1,100 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Winnakee Land Trust | General purpose | $9,459 |
| Tabor Academy | General purpose | $5,100 |
| Historic Red Hook | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Preservation Trust | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Summer Search Boston | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Damiano Center | General purpose | $4,000 |
| University of Minnesota Duluth | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Nativity Catholic Church | General purpose | $3,500 |
| Fairfax County Park Foundation | General purpose | $3,000 |
| PBS Thirteen Ny | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Wamc Public Radio | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Hudson River Ice Yacht Preservation Trust | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Pcom Alumni Relations and Development | General purpose | $2,100 |
| Smith College Alumni Fund | General purpose | $2,100 |
| Hudson River Maritime Museum | General purpose | $2,000 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation | General purpose | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchens | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Bard College Fisher Center | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Nantucket Historical Association | General purpose | $1,500 |
| American Liver Foundation-Run for Research | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Eagles Nest Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Georgetown University Annual Fund | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Humane Borders | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | General purpose | $1,000 |
| University of Rochester | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Uso | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Walter Reed Society | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Weta Public TV | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Flint Hill School | General purpose | $560 |
| American Society of Plant Taxonomists | General purpose | $500 |
| Botanical Society of America | General purpose | $500 |
| Camphill Hudson | General purpose | $500 |
| Catholic Diocese of Arlington | General purpose | $500 |
| Deerfield Academy | General purpose | $500 |
| Duluth Seafarers Center | General purpose | $500 |
| Hudsonia LTD | General purpose | $500 |
| Nantucket Land and Water Council | General purpose | $500 |
| PJ'S Rescue | General purpose | $500 |
| Red Hook Community Center | General purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen C Phelan
- Samuel P Phelan
- Michael J del Vecchio
- Sally Phelan del Vecchio
- John C Phelan
Questions people ask
Does Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation Inc give?
$89,594 in tax year 2025, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $780.
Who runs Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen C Phelan (President/ Director), Samuel P Phelan (Director), Michael J del Vecchio (Treasurer/Secretary/Director) and Sally Phelan del Vecchio (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ellen and Samuel Phelan Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.