The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $124,023 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$124,023
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$389,426
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $68,862 the year before.
60% 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 | $62,934 | 35 | $523,604 |
| 2024 | $68,862 | 31 | $470,912 |
| 2025 | $124,023 | 30 | $389,426 |
How to apply
The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation 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 The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $90,613 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $31,410 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $250 |
| Maine | 1 | $250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Street Settlement | General charitable | $45,000 |
| Island Housing Trust | General charitable | $24,000 |
| Reprieve US Inc | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | General charitable | $7,500 |
| Hobart and William Smith Colleges | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Labshul | General charitable | $2,575 |
| MV Author Series and Book Festival | General charitable | $2,500 |
| Performance Space New York | General charitable | $2,500 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center | General charitable | $1,542 |
| Museum of Modern Art | General charitable | $1,500 |
| Studio in A School Association | General charitable | $1,029 |
| Congregation Rodeph Sholom | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Ethical Culture Fieldston School | General charitable | $1,000 |
| George School | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Film Soc | General charitable | $1,000 |
| MV Swell | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Reproductive Futures | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Stillpoint Marthas Vineyard Inc | General charitable | $1,000 |
| The Act Group | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Citizens' Committee for Children of New York | General charitable | $500 |
| Martha's Vineyard Cancer Support Group | General charitable | $288 |
| Lawyers for Children | General charitable | $259 |
| Alzheimers Association | General charitable | $250 |
| Creative Visions Foundation | General charitable | $250 |
| Frontline Women's Fund | General charitable | $250 |
| Latino Lawyers Association of Queens County | General charitable | $250 |
| Live Like Blaine | General charitable | $250 |
| Mobilization for Justice | General charitable | $250 |
| The Summer Camp Inc | General charitable | $250 |
| Circuit Arts | General charitable | $80 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Unterberg Celli
- Andrew G Celli Jr
- Emily Satloff
Questions people ask
Does The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation give?
$124,023 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Unterberg Celli (President), Andrew G Celli Jr (Vice President) and Emily Satloff (Vice President).
What does The Ellen and Andrew G Celli Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.