ELY Area Community Foundation Inc
To enhance community development and quality of life in the ely, mn and surrounding communities by establishing programs and facilities that improve the well-being of our citizens and through the distribution of board designated grants.
ELY Area Community Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: ELY Area Community Foundation Inc gave $197K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $197K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $196,963
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $196,963
- Median grant
- $196,963
- Total assets
- $3,989,873
- +37.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who ELY Area Community Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Happy Days Learning Center ($197K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $197K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Happy Days Learning Center ELY, MN | Programing & Support | $196,963 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,989,873 | $1,382,905 | $457,080 | $196,963 | 1 | $59,372 |
| 2023 | $2,901,901 | $1,552,126 | $99,210 | — | — | $24,775 |
| 2022 | $1,420,426 | $1,406,565 | $33,702 | — | — | $1,560 |
About ELY Area Community Foundation Inc
Based on IRS filings
ELY Area Community Foundation Inc is a public charity, based in ELY, MN. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $4.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $197K. Net investment income was $59K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
ELY Area Community Foundation Inc is led by Jeff Sundell, Chairperson on every filing since 2022; none of the 12 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeff Sundell
Chairperson
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Anita Lancello Bydlon
Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Marshall
Vice Chair
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Heather Fitzgerald
Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Heidi Omerza
Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Bianco
Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julie Hignell
Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kurt Soderberg
Secretary
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Patti Banks
Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Knuti
Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Heiman
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Allison Heiman
Board
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Amanda Peterson (2023) — Board
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 ELY Area Community Foundation Inc
How much does ELY Area Community Foundation Inc give each year?
ELY Area Community Foundation Inc gave $197K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is ELY Area Community Foundation Inc?
ELY Area Community Foundation Inc reported $4.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.4M.
Where does ELY Area Community Foundation Inc operate?
ELY Area Community Foundation Inc has awarded grants in Minnesota.
What is ELY Area Community Foundation Inc's EIN?
ELY Area Community Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 06-1770182. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 22, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
Live grants for the work ELY Area Community Foundation Inc funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- 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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