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The Ellis Foundation

Fort Scott, Kansas  ·  EIN 481093604  ·  Private foundation

The Ellis Foundation is a Kansas-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2021) reports $1.6M in annual giving against $20.4M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 9 grants for The Ellis Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.

$1.6M
Indexed giving (FY2021)
$20.4M
Assets (FY2021)
9
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What The Ellis Foundation funds

The Ellis Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on food & agriculture.

Food & Agriculture

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.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
The Beacon
ASSIST LOCAL NOT FOR
Fort Scott, KS$48K2021
The Beacon
ASSIST LOCAL NOT FOR
Fort Scott, KS$42K2018
The Beacon
ASSIST LOCAL NOT FOR
Fort Scott, KS$42K2020

How to apply for funding from The Ellis Foundation

The Ellis Foundation'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.

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Frequently asked questions about The Ellis Foundation

Does The Ellis Foundation accept grant applications?
The Ellis Foundation'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 Ellis Foundation fund?
The Ellis Foundation's grants focus on food & agriculture. Example recipients include The Beacon. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does The Ellis Foundation give in grants?
The Ellis Foundation reported $1.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $294K over 9 grants.
Where is The Ellis Foundation located?
The Ellis Foundation is based in Fort Scott, Kansas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 481093604.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Ellis Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The Ellis Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.