The Elliot Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Elliot Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Charleston, West Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.7 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.1 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$37.9 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $28,000 the year before.
73% 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 | $28,000 | 4 | $32.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 11 | $37.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John R Elliot 700 Virginia Steste 220, Charleston, WV 25301 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (304) 712-3056 |
| What to submit | Letter applications which include: name, mission, & amount requested, and purpose of each entity as well as verification of tax exempt status. |
| Restrictions | The foundation will make qualifying distributions to established public charities, colleges and universities, medical institutions and other qualifying recipients, primarily located in the state of West Virginia. The foundation will make such contributions based upon analysis and determinations by its board of directors as to worthy and deserving recipients in each year. The foundation will also review and consider requests for grants or contributions from any qualifying recipient organizations, and in considering and making such grants it will primarily focus on cultural, arts, environmental and educational aspects. |
What The Elliot Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $1.7 million |
| West Virginia | 8 | $392,167 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kent State University Foundation | Support | $1.7 million |
| University of Charleston | Support | $202,500 |
| West Virginia Symphony Orchestra | Support | $70,000 |
| The Clay Center | Support | $50,000 |
| Camc Foundation | Support | $47,667 |
| YMCA of Kanawha Valley | Support | $10,000 |
| Read-A-Loud WV | Support | $6,000 |
| YWCA Charleston | Support | $3,000 |
| Saint Christopher's Episcopal Church | Support | $3,000 |
| Western Reserve Academy | Support | $2,000 |
| Deep Creek Volunteer Fire Department | Support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Elliot
- Fonda J Elliot
- Andrew M Elliot
Questions people ask
Does The Elliot Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Elliot Foundation Inc give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Elliot Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John R Elliot (Director/President), Fonda J Elliot (Director/Vice President) and Andrew M Elliot (Director/Secretary/Treasur).
What does The Elliot Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.