John H Ellis Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyCentre, Alabama · EIN 63-1186160 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$345K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$13,000
Total assets$2.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Baptist Chuch | Birmingham, AL | Christian mission | $165,000 |
| Great Commission - India | Auburn, AL | Christian mission | $110,000 |
| Nation of Coaches | Decatur, AL | Christian ministry through athletics | $20,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Auburn, AL | Christian ministry | $15,000 |
| Cru Athletes in Action | Xenia, OH | Christian mission | $13,000 |
| Cherokee County Fca | Oxford, AL | Christian ministry through athletics | $10,000 |
| Mission Dignity | Dallas, TX | Ministry to retired clergy & widows | $10,000 |
| Insight Athletics | Auburn, AL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $345,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $265,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $208,500 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620439349100122
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 63-1186160
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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