Elizabeth B Ellis Foundation Trust
Invitation OnlyNorristown, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-6851809 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $42,500.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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 Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Swedish Historical Museum | Philadelphia, PA | General operating purposes | $140,000 |
| Boston University | Boston, MA | General operations | $42,500 |
| Barnes Foundation | Philadelphia, PA | General operations | $20,000 |
| The Chamber of Orchestra of Philade | Philadelphia, PA | General operations | $15,000 |
| Hadassah University Medical Center | Philadelphia, PA | General operations | $10,000 |
| Haws Ave United Methodist Church | Norristown, PA | General operations | $7,500 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($27,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $262,500 | 9 |
| 2023 | $146,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532559349100308
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-6851809
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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