The Estelle S and Robert a Long Ellis Foundation
Historical FunderKansas City, Missouri · EIN 20-1034910 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JAMES H BERNARD JR |
|---|---|
| Address | 4600 MADISON AVENUE, KANSAS CITY MO 641123031 |
| Phone | 8164104600 |
| Form and materials | LETTER WITH 501(C)3 EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND CURRENT BUDGET |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
18% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Wwi Museum and Memorial | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $100,000 |
| Kansas City Ballet | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $50,000 |
| National Toy and Miniature Museum | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Spencer Museum of Art-Ku Endowment | Kingsville, MO | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Kansas School of Classical Ballet | Overland Park, KS | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Intersect Ks | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Young Audiences | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Lyric Opera | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Park University | Parkville, MO | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Powell Gardens | Kingsville, MO | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Starlight | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Unicorn Theatre | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Spinning Tree Theatre | Lawrence, KS | Operating support | $7,500 |
| Arts Council of Johnson County | Overland Park, KS | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Arts Engagement Foundation of Kansas City | Overland Park, KS | Program support | $5,000 |
| Bach Aria Soloists | Kansas City, MO | Program support | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | Project learn | $5,000 |
| City in Motion Dance Theater | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Earlyst Art | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Ensemble Iberica | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Jazz Orchestra | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Kansas City Public Library | Kansas City, MO | Operating support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $337,500 | 22 |
| 2024 | $345,000 | 22 |
| 2023 | $356,000 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632379349100418
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1034910
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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