EJM Fund
EJM Fund is a private foundation based in Orange, Connecticut. Its 2021 IRS filing is marked as the organization’s final return, indicating that it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
EJM Fund at a glance
In short: EJM Fund gave $200K across 18 grants in 2021 (avg $11K), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $200,000
- +1190.3% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 18
- +260.0% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $11,111
- +258.4% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (84% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated October 2026.
How to apply to EJM Fund
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The final filing states that EJM Fund made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 479 Ridgeview Rd, Orange, CT 06477
Phone: (203) 795-4207
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who EJM Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was CT Food Bank ($25K). Together the top 10 received $162K.
Grant Size Distribution
23 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 23 grants of 23 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2021, 84% of grant dollars went to recipients in Connecticut, 10% to Pennsylvania, 2% each to Maryland and California, and 1% to Maine.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
How EJM Fund gives
- 17% of 2021 grantees were also funded in 2020. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021). 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 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $16K (2020) to $200K (2021). In 2021 it made 18 grants totaling $200K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CT Food Bank Wallingford, CT | General | $25,000 |
| Columbus House New Haven, CT | General Use | $20,000 |
| Beth-El Center Milford, CT | General | $20,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Philadelphia, PA | General | $20,000 |
| Iris New Haven, CT | General | $20,000 |
| Orange Congregational Church Orange, CT | General Use | $17,000 |
| Lions Low Vision Center Newtown, CT | General | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross Milford, CT | Blood Center | $10,000 |
| YMCA Summer Camp Milford, CT | Summer Camp | $10,000 |
| Sarah Foundation Guilford, CT | General | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
In 2021, the filing reported 18 grants. In 2020, it reported 5 grants.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | $45,514 | $202,820 | $200,000 | 18 | $200,000 | $45,327 |
| 2020 | $157,306 | $10,231 | $15,931 | $15,500 | 5 | — | $9,850 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for EJM Fund is provided. Its 2021 grants went to organizations whose missions included addressing homelessness and hunger, supporting children and families, and advancing transgender rights. For example, Columbus House describes its work as providing outreach, shelter, and housing to people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk; Beth-El Center describes its work as providing temporary shelter and meals to homeless and hungry people. The National Diaper Bank Network says it works to end diaper need and period poverty, while Transgender Law Center says it works to change laws, policies, and attitudes so people can live safely and free from discrimination based on gender identity or expression.
Grantmaking
In 2021, EJM Fund gave $200,000 through 18 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $1,500 to $25,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Notable grants included $25,000 to CT Food Bank; $20,000 each to Columbus House, Beth-El Center, Tunnels to Towers, and IRIS; and $17,000 to Orange Congregational Church.
Other reported 2021 grants included $10,000 to Sarah Foundation and $5,000 each to National Diaper Bank Network and Transgender Law Center.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2021 filing listed Elisabeth Maley as board chair, and William Maley Sr, William Maley Jr, and Andrew Maley as trustees.
EJM Fund is led by Elisabeth Maley, Board Chair on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Elisabeth Maley
Board Chair
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Andrew Maley
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
William Maley Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
William Maley Sr.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "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 EJM Fund
How much does EJM Fund give each year?
EJM Fund gave $200K across 18 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $16K across 5 grants.
What is EJM Fund's typical grant size?
EJM Fund's median grant in 2021 was $10,000, and its average grant was $11,111, across 18 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does EJM Fund give grants?
EJM Fund gives mostly in Connecticut: 84% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Pennsylvania (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Milford, CT (4 grants), New Haven, CT (3 grants) and Orange, CT (2 grants).
Does EJM Fund give general operating support?
Yes: 89% of EJM Fund's 2021 grants with a stated purpose (16 of 18) were for general or operating support, per its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are EJM Fund's largest grantees?
EJM Fund's largest 2021 grantees include CT Food Bank ($25,000), Columbus House ($20,000) and Beth-El Center ($20,000), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 33% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
What does EJM Fund fund?
No mission statement for EJM Fund is provided. Its 2021 grants went to organizations whose missions included addressing homelessness and hunger, supporting children and families, and advancing transgender rights. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from EJM Fund?
The final filing states that EJM Fund made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and 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 EJM Fund's EIN?
EJM Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 06-1053926. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Does EJM Fund 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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