John Slade Ely Fund
Historical FunderSaint Louis, Missouri · EIN 06-0769931 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,050 and $27,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 N MAIN ST 6TH FLOOR, WINSTONSALEM NC 27101 |
| Phone | 8552416645 |
| Form and materials | APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.WELLSFARGO.COM/PRIVATE-FOUNDATIONS/ELY-FUND |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED YEAR ROUND, BUT MUST BE SUBMITTED BY JUNE 15 IN ORDER TO BE REVIEWED AT AN |
| Restrictions | PRIMARY SUPPORT OF THE FINE ARTS IN NEW HAVEN, CONNECTICUT AREA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of John Slade Ely House of Conte | New Haven, CT | General operating | $27,500 |
| New Haven Paint and Clay Club | Hamden, CT | General operating | $10,000 |
| Brush and Palette Club Inc | Wallingford, CT | General support | $3,050 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,550 | 3 |
| 2024 | $40,050 | 5 |
| 2023 | $38,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612239349100926
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-0769931
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.