Michael E Gellert Trust
Preselected recipients only
Michael E Gellert Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $510,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $42,500 and the largest $325,000. 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$510,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$42,500
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $352,000 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $619,500 | 8 | $6.9 million |
| 2023 | $352,000 | 10 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $510,000 | 6 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Michael E Gellert Trust 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 Michael E Gellert Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 2 | $358,000 |
| New York | 2 | $97,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Waterford School | General | $325,000 |
| Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center | General | $62,000 |
| Harvard University | General | $50,000 |
| Sundance Institute | General | $35,000 |
| Ballet West | General | $33,000 |
| Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David B Spohngellert
- John M Gellert
- Catherine A Gellert
Questions people ask
Does Michael E Gellert Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael E Gellert Trust give?
$510,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $42,500.
Who runs Michael E Gellert Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists David B Spohngellert (Trustee), John M Gellert (Trustee) and Catherine A Gellert (Trustee).
What does Michael E Gellert Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.