The Elliot and Eleanor Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Elliot and Eleanor Foundation is a private foundation in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $441,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $145,000. 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$441,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$145,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $226,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $236,400 | 9 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $226,000 | 8 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $441,000 | 8 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Elliot and Eleanor 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 Elliot and Eleanor Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 5 | $245,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $145,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | General support of programs | $145,000 |
| Technology Accelerator Company | General support of programs | $125,000 |
| Charleston Jazz | General support of programs | $100,000 |
| Outreach for Academic Success | General support of programs | $50,000 |
| Pure Theatre | General support of programs | $15,000 |
| Charleston Library Society | General support of programs | $2,500 |
| Arts - Etc | General support of programs | $2,500 |
| The Jed Foundation | General support of programs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence Olanoff
- Illene Olanoff
- Robert Olanoff
- Andrew Olanoff
- Rachel Olanoff
- Paul Staffaroni
- Michael Young
- Robert Abramowitz
- David Kaplan
Questions people ask
Does The Elliot and Eleanor Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Elliot and Eleanor Foundation give?
$441,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs The Elliot and Eleanor Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence Olanoff (Chair and President, Dir), Illene Olanoff (Vice Chair, Dir), Robert Olanoff (Treasurer, Dir) and Andrew Olanoff (Secretary, Dir) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Elliot and Eleanor Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.