UW William H Ellsworth Fnd
Preselected recipients only
UW William H Ellsworth Fnd is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $261,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$261,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $239,000 the year before.
31% 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 | $264,000 | 12 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $239,000 | 15 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $261,000 | 16 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
UW William H Ellsworth Fnd 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 UW William H Ellsworth Fnd funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 5 | $102,000 |
| New York | 4 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $22,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $17,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Baptist Church Ellisville | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Mississippi Baptist Health System | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Ellisville Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted general | $27,000 |
| American Heart Association Inc | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Times-Picayune Doll & Toy Fund | Unrestricted general | $22,000 |
| The Gunnery School - Frederick Gunn Sch | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Berry College | Unrestricted general | $17,000 |
| American Foundation for the Blind | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| National Jewish Health | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross in GRTR Ny | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Greater New York | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Friends of Green Chimneys | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army Greater New York | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| William Carey University | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Jewish Board Family & Children's Svces | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Cares Center Inc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does UW William H Ellsworth Fnd accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does UW William H Ellsworth Fnd give?
$261,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs UW William H Ellsworth Fnd?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does UW William H Ellsworth Fnd fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.