Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Naples, Florida. Its 2025 filing describes grantmaking to 501(c)(3) organizations in which members of the extended Ellis family are active.
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation gave $11K across 12 grants in 2025 (avg $925), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $11,100
- +11.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 12
- +9.1% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $925
- +1.7% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $900
- Total assets
- $67,089
- -11.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (82% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. The filing says requests are by letter and that a family member must be active as a volunteer or support the charity. It directs inquiries to an officer listed on Schedule 6A.
- Review Cycle
- None stated.
- Deadline
- None stated.
- Contact
Application contact: Any Officer-See Schedule 6A
Mailing address: 701 Retreat Drive, Naples, FL 34110
Phone: (239) 776-1119
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation ($2K). Together the top 10 received $10K.
Grant Size Distribution
59 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 59 grants of 59 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 82% of grant dollars went to recipients in Wisconsin, 9% to Florida, and 9% to Idaho.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
How Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation gives
- 42% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 44% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 104% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $7K (2020) to $11K (2025). In 2025 it made 12 grants totaling $11K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation Milwaukee, WI | School | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Milwaukee, WI | Social Service Organization | $1,500 |
| Camp Manitowish Boulder Junction, WI | General YMCA Camp | $1,000 |
| Notre Dame Middle School Milwaukee, WI | School | $1,000 |
| Bentley Village Foundation Naples, FL | CCRC Retirement Community | $1,000 |
| College of Idaho Caldwell, ID | College | $1,000 |
| United Methodist Chirldren's Services Milwaukee, WI | Food program for disadvantaged children | $800 |
| University School of Milwaukee River Hills, WI | K-12 school | $700 |
| Curative Workshop Milwaukee, WI | Rehabilitation | $600 |
| The Next Door Foundation Milwaukee, WI | Inner City Foundation | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $67,089 | $2,626 | $11,539 | $11,100 | 12 | $11,539 | $3,509 | $11,095 |
| 2024 | $75,442 | $3,969 | $10,637 | $10,000 | 11 | $10,637 | $3,182 | $10,018 |
| 2023 | $82,110 | $41,337 | $8,873 | $8,300 | 10 | $8,873 | $17,782 | $7,810 |
| 2022 | $64,689 | $14,075 | $8,117 | $7,700 | 12 | $8,117 | $13,508 | $7,396 |
| 2021 | $58,730 | $3,231 | $9,413 | $9,000 | 14 | $9,413 | $2,668 | $8,938 |
| 2020 | $64,912 | $3,032 | $7,174 | $7,000 | 1 | — | $2,708 | $6,690 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $11K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not state a mission in the information provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations in education, social services, recreation, health, rehabilitation, arts, and horticulture, among other areas.
The grantees describe their own work as follows: Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation says it promotes educational excellence and community participation in Milwaukee Public Schools; Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin says it works to empower individuals to manage their sexual and reproductive health through services, education, and advocacy; and Bentley Village Foundation says it provides scholarships and supports projects benefiting Bentley Village residents and the greater community. University School of Milwaukee says it supports the school’s educational purposes, while Milwaukee Domes Alliance says it provides experiences connecting people with nature and community.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation gave $11,100 through 12 grants. Grants ranged from $500 to $2,000, with a median grant of $900. Larger awards included $2,000 to Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation, $1,500 to Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, and $1,000 each to Camp Manitowish, Notre Dame Middle School, Bentley Village Foundation, and College of Idaho.
The filing also lists grants of $800 to United Methodist Children’s Services, $700 to University School of Milwaukee, $600 to Curative Workshop, and $500 each to The Next Door Foundation, Villa Terrace, and Milwaukee Domes Alliance.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists David Ells as President, Jennifer Ells Chow as Secretary, Ralph Ells as Treasurer, and Madeline Ells as Vice President.
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's 2025 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
David Ells
Presdient
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Jennifer Ells Chow
Secretary
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Madeline Ells
Vice President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Ralph Ells
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation
How much does Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation give each year?
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation gave $11K across 12 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $10K across 11 grants.
What is Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $900, and its average grant was $925, across 12 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation give grants?
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Wisconsin: 82% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Florida (9%) and Idaho (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Milwaukee, WI (8 grants).
Does Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 8% of Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation ($2,000), Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin ($1,500) and Camp Manitowish ($1,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation?
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation reported $67K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $12K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $11K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation does not state a mission in the information provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations in education, social services, recreation, health, rehabilitation, arts, and horticulture, among other areas. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's EIN?
Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 39-1966362. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Atkinson Ells Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 11, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS April 26, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 5, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 26, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 2, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 23, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
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- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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