Ellison Foundation
Accepts applications
Ellison Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 103 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $252,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.6 million
- Number of grants103
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$252,000
- Assets$45.9 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.6 million the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $2.6 million | 91 | $42.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 103 | $45.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Bob Hurlbut 400 112th Ave NE Ste 230, Bellevue, WA 98004 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (425) 460-4380 |
| What to submit | Ellison-foundation.org |
What Ellison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 82 | $2.3 million |
| Idaho | 9 | $196,650 |
| New York | 2 | $30,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $17,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 2 | $10,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $200 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mary's Place | Homeless needs | $252,000 |
| Overlake Medical Center Foundation | Healthcare | $200,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | Education-brotherhood initiative | $200,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research | Cancer research | $150,000 |
| Brothers for Life | Human services | $100,000 |
| Seattle Children's Foundation | Homelessness prevention | $100,000 |
| United Way of King County | Safety net fund | $100,000 |
| Vine Maple Place | Homelessness | $100,000 |
| Sun Valley Tour de Force | Hunger | $100,000 |
| Camp Korey | Youth services | $50,000 |
| Kidvantage | Human services | $50,000 |
| Northwest Education Access | Education | $50,000 |
| Salvation Army | Basic daily needs | $50,000 |
| Seattle University | Education / gym construction | $50,000 |
| Vision House | Homelessness | $50,000 |
| Arch Community Housing | Housing | $50,000 |
| Family First Community Ctr FDTN | Social services | $36,500 |
| Seattle Academy | Education | $30,000 |
| Westside Baby | Youth needs | $30,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | Education | $29,500 |
| Bellevue Lifespring | Human services | $26,500 |
| Dawson Place | Child advocacy | $25,000 |
| Kindering | Healthcare | $25,000 |
| Lemay Car Museum | General operations | $25,000 |
| Literacy Source | Education | $25,000 |
| Recovery Cafe | Counseling programs | $25,000 |
| Rwanda Girls Initiative | Youth services | $25,000 |
| Seattle Aquarium | School and public programs | $25,000 |
| Teach for America | Education | $25,000 |
| Ridgefield School District | Education | $20,200 |
| Dog Gone | Vet care | $20,000 |
| Lahai Health | Healthcare | $20,000 |
| Little Bit Therapeutic Riding | Human services | $20,000 |
| Elizabeth Gregory Home | Human services | $15,500 |
| Businesses Ending Slavery & Trafficking | Sjc support | $15,000 |
| Degrees of Change | Seed internships | $15,000 |
| Eastside Legal Assistance Program | Legal services | $15,000 |
| Family Law Casa | Provide advocates for children | $15,000 |
| Girls Inc | Girls advocacy | $15,000 |
| Living Well Kent | Health & wellness | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Ellison
- Maureen Sue Ellison
- Robert Hurlbut
Questions people ask
Does Ellison Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ellison Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 103 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ellison Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas Ellison (President), Maureen Sue Ellison (V. President) and Robert Hurlbut (Foundation Director).
What does Ellison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and human services.