The Gilliam Foundation
Historical FunderWilmington, Delaware · EIN 51-0386285 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | PATRICE GILLIAM JOHNSON |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 2364, WILMINGTON DE 19899 |
| Phone | 3028882211 |
| Form and materials | SUBMIT APPLICATION TO THE FOUNDATION VIA WWW.THEGILLIAMFOUNDATION.ORG DESCRIBING NEED, PLANNED USE OF REQUESTED FUNDS AND PROGRAM CO-FUNDERS |
| 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
16% of grants went outside Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braven Inc | Wilmington, DE | Expanding economic opporturnity | $30,000 |
| United Way of Delaware | Wilmington, DE | Get delaware reading | $25,000 |
| Cab Calloway Fund | Wilmington, DE | Cross cultural curriculm | $20,000 |
| Edge for Tomorrow | Wilmington, DE | After school enrichment program | $20,000 |
| First State Educate | Wilmington, DE | Ambassador program | $20,000 |
| Delaware Academy of Vocal Arts | Wilmington, DE | Elevate vocal arts summer institute | $15,000 |
| Reading Assist | Wilmington, DE | High impact tutoring | $15,000 |
| Family Counseling Center | Wilmington, DE | Amanecer counseling & resource center | $10,000 |
| Network Delaware | Wilmington, DE | Social good development | $10,000 |
| Northbay Education Inc | North East, MD | Outdoor learning | $10,000 |
| West End Neighborhood House | Wilmington, DE | Project safe | $10,000 |
| Rob's Barber Shop Community Foundation | Odenton, MD | Grooming services | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $190,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $160,000 | 4 |
| 2022 | $179,860 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610729349100401
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 51-0386285
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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