The Ellington Fund
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 521152273 · Private foundation
Based in Washington, District of Columbia, The Ellington Fund has awarded $8.5M across 7 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Duke Ellington School of the Arts. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Ellington Fund funds
The Ellington Fund's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts PROGRAM SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $1.9M | 2023 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts PROGRAM SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $1.6M | 2024 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Project PROGRAM SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $1.3M | 2018 |
How to apply for funding from The Ellington Fund
The Ellington Fund's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at ellingtonschool.org/ellington-fund.
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Frequently asked questions about The Ellington Fund
- Does The Ellington Fund accept grant applications?
- The Ellington Fund's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Ellington Fund fund?
- The Ellington Fund's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Duke Ellington School of the Arts, Duke Ellington School of the Arts Project. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Ellington Fund give in grants?
- The Ellington Fund's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.9M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $8.5M over 7 grants.
- Where is The Ellington Fund located?
- The Ellington Fund is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 521152273.
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