Free Grants Database for Ellis County, Texas Nonprofits
A data-backed guide to grant funding for Ellis County's 1,061 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits, sourced directly from IRS 990-PF filings.
1,061
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Ellis County
0
Ellis-area foundations
$62.0M
Given to Ellis nonprofits since 2016
$45,438
Average grant size
Top Nonprofit Sectors in Ellis County
The most common 501(c)(3) categories in Ellis County by registered-org count. Click a sector to see grants for that category statewide.
Top Funders Giving to Ellis County Nonprofits
Foundations that have given the most dollars to Ellis County nonprofits since 2016. A well-fit Ellis County nonprofit has elevated odds with these funders.
| Funder | # grants | Total to Ellis |
|---|---|---|
| Good360 (Alexandria, VA) | 9 | $9.7M |
| The Rees-Jones Foundation (Dallas, TX) | 1 | $5.0M |
| Hoblitzelle Foundation (Dallas, TX) | 7 | $3.6M |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund (Boston, MA) | 113 | $3.3M |
| The Rotary Foundation Of Rotary International (Evanston, IL) | 4 | $3.0M |
Notable Ellis County Grant Recipients
Top recipients by cumulative dollars received since 2016. Many are hospitals or universities; use this to gauge scale of giving, not as the benchmark for a small nonprofit's realistic ask.
| Recipient | # grants | Total received |
|---|---|---|
| Fair Park First | 37 | $16.5M |
| Everlasting Life 7 Day Fitness Academy Tx | 8 | $9.7M |
| The Heights Ellis County Family Resources Inc | 14 | $3.9M |
| Ellis County Childrens Advocacy Center | 24 | $3.0M |
| Ellis County Coalition For Health Options | 36 | $2.7M |
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for nonprofits in Ellis County?
Nonprofits in Ellis County can apply for grants from 0 area-based private foundations plus hundreds of statewide Texas funders and national foundations with a history of giving to Ellis County. Since 2016, Ellis County nonprofits have received 1,364 grants totaling $62.0M, per IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Who are the top funders giving to Ellis County nonprofits?
The top five funders by total dollars given to Ellis County: Good360, The Rees-Jones Foundation, Hoblitzelle Foundation, Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund, The Rotary Foundation Of Rotary International. See their full profiles via the table above.
What is the average grant size for Ellis County nonprofits?
The average grant awarded to a Ellis County nonprofit is $45,438, based on 1,364 historical grants. Individual awards range from small community program grants under $5,000 to multi-million-dollar institutional grants. For a small-to-mid-size nonprofit, the realistic request range is typically $5,000 to $75,000.
How do I find grants my Ellis County nonprofit qualifies for?
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