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E L Cord Foundation is a private trust based in RENO, NV. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1964. The principal officer is Joseph S Bradley Co-Truste. It holds total assets of $68.8M. Annual income is reported at $23.4M. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. To advance the Arts, Culture & Welfare of the residents of Northern Nevada through its generosity in funding all aspects of various 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Truckee Meadows and Rural Northern Nevada. According to available records, E L Cord Foundation has made 89 grants totaling $11M, with a median grant of $15K. The foundation has distributed between $3M and $4.5M annually from 2020 to 2022. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $4.5M distributed across 1 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $4.5M, with an average award of $123K. The foundation has supported 88 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Nevada, California, Indiana, which account for 99% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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To advance the Arts, Culture & Welfare of the residents of Northern Nevada through its generosity in funding all aspects of various 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 89 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NV, CA, IN.
E L Cord Foundation has distributed a total of $11M across 89 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $123K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $4.5M.
The application deadline is ANY TIME THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.. Applicants must meet specific criteria outlined in the foundation's General Policy Statement for Grants.
E L Cord Foundation is headquartered in RENO, NV. While based in NV, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph S Bradley | CO-TRUSTEE | $294K | $0 | $294K |
| William O Bradley Jr | CO-TRUSTEE | $294K | $0 | $294K |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$68.8M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$68.8M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
89
Total Giving
$11M
Average Grant
$123K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
88
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Nevada Reno FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $355K | 2022 |
| Sky TavernGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $250K | 2022 |
| Nevada Museum Of ArtGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $210K | 2022 |
| Pbs RenoGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $185K | 2022 |
| The Nature ConservancyGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $130K | 2022 |
| Community Foundation Of Northern NevadaGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $125K | 2022 |
| Food Bank Of Northern NevadaGENERAL PURPOSE | Mccarran, NV | $100K | 2022 |
| ArtownGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $100K | 2022 |
| Reno Philharmonic AssociationGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $100K | 2022 |
| Nevada Military Support AllianceGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $73K | 2022 |
| Friends Of Dangberg Home RanchGENERAL PURPOSE | Minden, NV | $68K | 2022 |
| Nevada Children'S FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Carson City, NV | $60K | 2022 |
| Ava Ballet TheatreGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $50K | 2022 |
| Catholic Charities Of Northern Nevadast Vincent'SGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $50K | 2022 |
| Northern Nevada HopesGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $50K | 2022 |
| Western Nevada College FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Carson City, NV | $50K | 2022 |
| Assistance League Of Reno-SparksGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $40K | 2022 |
| Northern Nevada Children'S Cancer FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $40K | 2022 |
| The Solace TreeGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $37K | 2022 |
| Rebuilding Together Northern NevadaGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $30K | 2022 |
| Community Health Alliance FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $25K | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Mason VallyeGENERAL PURPOSE | Dayton, NV | $25K | 2022 |
| Reno Continental Little LeagueGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $25K | 2022 |
| Saint Mary'S Foundation IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $25K | 2022 |
| The National Judicial CollegeGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $25K | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Truckee MeadowsGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $25K | 2022 |
| Nevada Humane SocietyGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $23K | 2022 |
| House CallsGENERAL PURPOSE | Fernley, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| American Red CrossGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Salvaton ArmyGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Domestic Violence Resource CenterGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Reno Cancer FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| The Children'S CabinetGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Safe Talk For TeensGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Washoe County Sheriff'S OfficeGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Nevada News Bureau IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Henderson, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Marvin Picollo SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| First Tee Northern NevadaGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $20K | 2022 |
| Bud Beasley Elementary SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Sparks, NV | $17K | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Of Northern NevadaGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $17K | 2022 |
| Volunteer Attorneys For Rural NevadansGENERAL PURPOSE | Carson City, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| Amplify LifeGENERAL PURPOSE | Sparks, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| The Veterans Guest HouseGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| Sierra Nevada BalletGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| Edward C Reed High SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Sparks, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| Reno High SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| Kendyl Depoali Middle SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| Terry Lee Wells Discovery MuseumGENERAL PURPOSE | Reno, NV | $15K | 2022 |
| Tahoe-Pyramid TrailGENERAL PURPOSE | Floriston, CA | $15K | 2022 |
| Special Olympics NevadaGENERAL PURPOSE | Las Vegas, NV | $15K | 2022 |