Ellen Yerman Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ellen Yerman Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Slingerlands, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,250 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$20,250
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$569,325
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,750 the year before.
14% 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 | $12,500 | 5 | $273,726 |
| 2024 | $14,750 | 8 | $280,437 |
| 2025 | $20,250 | 7 | $569,325 |
How to apply
Ellen Yerman Charitable 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $16,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Parish of Mater Christi | Food pantry and play presented | $7,500 |
| Pets for the Elderly Foundation | To unite shelter animals and adults | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General | $2,500 |
| Birthright of the Capital District | General | $2,500 |
| Alfred University | Hillel support general purpose | $1,500 |
| K9S for Warriors | To provide veterans with servicedogs | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander J Yerman
- Ellen Frances Cullen
- Michael P Cullen
Questions people ask
Does Ellen Yerman Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ellen Yerman Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$20,250 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Ellen Yerman Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander J Yerman (Vice Preside), Ellen Frances Cullen (President) and Michael P Cullen (Treasurer).