Charles N Ellman Fund
Invitation OnlyCincinnati, Ohio · EIN 85-6189506 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$95K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$19,408
Total assets$2.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $8,822 and $19,408.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wguc | Cincinnati, OH | General support | $21,173 |
| Cet | Cincinnati, OH | General support | $19,408 |
| Friends of Music Hall | Cincinnati, OH | General support | $19,408 |
| Regents of the Univeristy of California | Oakland, CA | General support | $19,408 |
| St Rita School for the Deaf | Cincinnati, OH | General support | $8,822 |
| The Christ Hospital Foundation | Cincinnati, OH | General support | $6,310 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $94,529 | 6 |
| 2024 | $100,944 | 6 |
| 2023 | $89,178 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611339349102421
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-6189506
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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