Eljay Foundation
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-2023125 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$48K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$109K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $5,000.
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
27% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Summer Music Academy | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $21,667 |
| The Sound Between | New York, NY | Program support | $15,000 |
| Cants | Minneapolis, MN | Annual campaign | $5,000 |
| Commusication | St Paul, MN | Annual campaign | $1,500 |
| Conspirare | Austin, TX | General program support | $1,000 |
| National Lutheran Choir | St Paul, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Chorale | Minneapolis, MN | General support | $1,000 |
| Mpls-Impulse | Minneapolis, MN | Annual campaign | $500 |
| Northern Lights Music Festival | Gilbert, MN | General support | $500 |
| Skylark Vocal Ensemble | Bedford Hills, NY | Baby larks campaign | $500 |
| The Singersmca | St Paul, MN | General support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $48,167 | 11 |
| 2024 | $104,617 | 16 |
| 2023 | $139,367 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621339349103557
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-2023125
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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