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Ellwood Foundation is a private trust based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1962. It holds total assets of $42.1M. Annual income is reported at $11M. Total assets have grown from $25.7M in 2010 to $39.8M in 2022. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Houston TX, Texas and Mississippi. According to available records, Ellwood Foundation has made 269 grants totaling $10.6M, with a median grant of $30K. The foundation has distributed between $2.5M and $5.3M annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $5.3M distributed across 134 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $160K, with an average award of $40K. The foundation has supported 70 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Texas and Mississippi. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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Supports cancer research, neuroscience research, and medical innovation primarily through institutions like MD Anderson Cancer Center and UT Medical School.
Funds mental health organizations including the Center Foundation, Menninger Clinic, and community mental health service providers in the Houston area.
Supports organizations serving children and youth including DePelchin Childrens Center, Bos Place (childhood grief support), and Ronald McDonald House.
Provides grants for community development, education, human services, and quality of life organizations in the greater Houston area.
The Ellwood Foundation supports organizations in the Houston, Texas area with a primary focus on medical research and mental health, providing grants for cancer research, neuroscience, Alzheimer support, children and youth services, community development, and human services. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 269 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, MS.
Ellwood Foundation has distributed a total of $10.6M across 269 grants. The median grant size is $30K, with an average of $40K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $160K.
Mainly Houston area - medical research and mental health. Limited geographic scope with rare exceptions outside Texas.
Ellwood Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raymond L Brown | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| M Lee Hightower | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Hw Hightower Jr | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$3.2M
Total Assets
$39.8M
Fair Market Value
$53.1M
Net Worth
$39.8M
Grants Paid
$2.8M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$3.1M
Distribution Amount
$2.7M
Total: $39M
Total Grants
269
Total Giving
$10.6M
Average Grant
$40K
Median Grant
$30K
Unique Recipients
70
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa De EsperanzaSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $45K | 2023 |
| Access HealthSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Richmond, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| Camp AllenSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Navasota, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| American Cancer SocietyCANCER RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Md Anderson Cancer CenterLYMPHOMA/MYELOMA RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $160K | 2023 |
| The Brookwood CommunitySUPPORT OF FACILITIES | Brookshire, TX | $160K | 2023 |
| University Of Texas Medical SchoolNEUROSCIENCE CENTER | Houston, TX | $130K | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald HouseSUPPORT OF FACILITIES | Houston, TX | $110K | 2023 |
| The Center FoundationSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Aware Alzheimer'S AssociationSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Briarwood SchoolSPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS | Houston, TX | $90K | 2023 |
| Marbridge FoundationSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Manchaca, TX | $80K | 2023 |
| Strake Jesuit Learning ResourceSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Hub HoustonSUPPORT OF PROGRAM | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Boys Girls CountryGENERAL CONTRIBUTION | Hockley, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| Tirr FoundationREHABILITATION & RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| Hospice At Texas Medical CenterFACILITY FOR TERMINALLY ILL PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| Child AdvocatesADVOCATE THROUGH COURTS FOR ABUSED CHILDREN. | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| Yellowstone AcademySUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| Goodwill Industries Of HoustonSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| Houston Area Parkinson SocietyRESEARCH | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| The Menninger ClinicOPERATING EXPENSES | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| The Rise SchoolSUPPORT PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Texas Christian UniversityUPGRADE PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAM | Ft Worth, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Pathways For Little FeetSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Spring SpiritSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $45K | 2023 |
| Bo'S PlaceSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| Small Steps Nurturing CenterSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| Amazing PlaceSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| Neuhaus Education CenterCHILDREN WITH SEVERE READING DISABILITIES | Bellaire, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| Belong KitchenSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| The Will Erwin Headache Research FoSUPPORT RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Texas Children'S HospitalCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Texas Heart InstituteCARDIOLOGY RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Houston Area Women'S CenterSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of The Diocese OSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Archway AcademySUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| University Of Mississippi School OfSUPPORT OF WILLIE PRICE LAB | University, MS | $30K | 2023 |
| The Parish SchoolSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Children'S Assessment CenterSUPPORT OF PROGRAM | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Gateway AcademySUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| The Joy SchoolSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Holly HallHOME FOR AGED AND INFIRMED | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Open Door MissionSUPPORT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY CENTER | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Camp For AllSUPPORT OF PROGORAMS | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Yes Prep Public SchoolSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Blue Bird CircleRESEARCH FOR PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Hope Healing CenterSUPPORT OF PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Health And Medical SciencSUPPORT OF FACILITIES | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |