Elman Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elman Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Park City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $202,903 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$202,903
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $118,904 the year before.
44% 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 | $82,500 | 4 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $118,904 | 16 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $202,903 | 9 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Elman Legacy 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 Elman Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $197,903 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Great Highway Park | General fund | $100,000 |
| Illuminate the Arts | Golden mile | $50,000 |
| Gardens of Golden Gate Park | Flower piano | $40,354 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | La wildfires | $5,000 |
| Friends of Camp Mather | General fund | $3,000 |
| Presidio Hill School | Presidio hill fund | $2,500 |
| California Academy of Sciences | General fund raising | $1,500 |
| Sfmoma | General fund | $300 |
| Filoli | General fund | $249 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley Elman
- Max Sartor Elman
- Kristan Sartor Elman
Questions people ask
Does Elman Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elman Legacy Foundation give?
$202,903 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Elman Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stanley Elman (President), Max Sartor Elman (Director) and Kristan Sartor Elman (Director).
What does Elman Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.