Ruth H & Warren A. Ellsworth
EIN 046113491 Private Foundation
Possibly inactive.
Last 990-PF filing on record is from 2023
(3 years ago). Verify before investing time in an application.
Total Given 2017–2023
$10.2M
422 grants · $1.5M avg/year
based on 7 yrs of IRS 990-PF records on file
$1M+/yr
mid-tier
capacity
$10K
typical small grants · $3K–$25K
grant size
58%
supporter · 60/104 multi-year
repeat
$20.9M
Assets (2023)
104
Distinct Recipients
Focus Areas
Application Information
Accepts Unsolicited Proposals
Unknown
Contact Person
SUMNER B TILTON JR
Phone
(508) 459-8000
Deadlines
SUBMISSIONS MUST BE MADE PRIOR TO JUNE 1.
How to Apply
A PROPOSAL SHOULD BE IN LETTER FORM AND SHOULD INCLUDE THE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE REQUEST TOGETHER WITH A PLAN FOR ACCOMPLISHING THE SAME. IT SHOULD INCLUDE THE PROJECT BUDGET AND EVIDENCE OF 501(C)(3) TAX EXEMPT STATUS.
Restrictions
GRANTS ARE PROVIDED TO HEALTH, EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL AND HUMAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE THAT ARE BASED IN THE WORCESTER AREA.
Financial Trends
Giving Over Time
Total Assets Over Time
View financial data as table
| Year | Total Giving | Total Assets | Revenue | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $2.0M | $21.1M | $1.7M | 2 |
| 2018 | $2.3M | $19.5M | $1.0M | 99 |
| 2019 | N/A | $20.0M | $-532K | N/A |
| 2020 | $1.5M | $21.2M | $680K | 77 |
| 2021 | $1.2M | $22.9M | $888K | 76 |
| 2022 | $1.1M | $18.8M | $753K | 97 |
| 2023 | $1.9M | $20.9M | $716K | 71 |
Grant Size Distribution
Based on 422 grants on record
Minimum
$500
25th Pctl
$3K
Median
$10K
Average
$24K
75th Pctl
$25K
Maximum
$1.1M
Geographic Distribution
Officers & Directors
Grants Awarded (422 total)
| Purpose | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| See Attached List | Worcester, MA | $1,135,000 | VARIOUS, SEE ATTACHED | 2017 |
| See Attached List | Worcester, MA | $880,500 | VARIOUS, SEE ATTACHED | 2017 |
| Clark University | Worcester, MA | $425,000 | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | 2023 |
| Clark University | Worcester, MA | $240,000 | MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE | 2018 |
| American Antiquarian Society | Worcester, MA | $160,000 | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | 2018 |
| Assumption College | Worcester, MA | $150,000 | NEW ACADEMIC BUILDING | 2018 |
| Ecotarium | Worcester, MA | $140,000 | PHASE III CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | 2023 |
| Nativity School of Worcester | Worcester, MA | $140,000 | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | 2023 |
| Clark University | Worcester, MA | $120,000 | MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE | 2020 |
| Worcester Art Museum | Worcester, MA | $120,000 | CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS | 2020 |
| Worcester Art Museum | Worcester, MA | $120,000 | CENTRAL ELEVATOR PROJECY | 2023 |
| McPhs University | Worcester, MA | $120,000 | CAMPUS ENHANCEMENT AND EXPANSION PRO | 2018 |
| Greater Worcester Community Foundat | Worcester, MA | $100,000 | CORONAVIRUS RECOVER FUND | 2020 |
| Greater Worcester Community Foundat | Worcester, MA | $100,000 | RACIAL EQUALITY FUND | 2020 |
| Ecotarium | Worcester, MA | $100,000 | THIRD CENTURY PLAN: PHASE TWO | 2018 |
| Clark University | Worcester, MA | $85,000 | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | 2023 |
| American Antiquarian Society | Worcester, MA | $80,000 | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | 2020 |
| Worcester Art Museum | Worcester, MA | $80,000 | CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS | 2021 |
| Worcester Art Museum | Worcester, MA | $80,000 | 200,000 OVER 5 YEARSCAPITAL IMPROVE | 2022 |
| Hanover Theatre for the Performing | Worcester, MA | $80,000 | CONSERVATION PROGRAMS | 2018 |
| Seven Hills Foundation | Worcester, MA | $80,000 | PURCHASE AND RENOVATION- 505 PLEASAN | 2018 |
| Becker College | Worcester, MA | $75,000 | 84 WILLIAM STREET | 2018 |
| Mechanics Hall | Worcester, MA | $65,000 | INSTRUMENT AND EQUIPMENT | 2023 |
| Clark University | Worcester, MA | $60,000 | MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE | 2020 |
| Clark University | Worcester, MA | $60,000 | MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE | 2021 |
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