Niel C and Karen M Ellerbrookfamily Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyIndianapolis, Indiana · EIN 26-0431032 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$132K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $20,000.
From the return
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
0% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball State University Foundation | Muncie, IN | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| University of Evansville | Evansville, IN | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Franklin College of Indiana | Franklin, IN | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| United Way of Southwestern Indiana Inc | Evansville, IN | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Indiana Citizen Education Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Buffalo Trace Council Inc | Evansville, IN | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Wfyi Foundation Inc | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $131,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $221,500 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202531349349100303
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-0431032
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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