The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Palm Beach, Florida. It made 22 grants totaling $3,412,450 in 2024 to charitable organizations, including organizations working in the arts, education, medical research, community support, and cultural heritage.
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc gave $3.4M across 22 grants in 2024 (avg $155K), top state Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,412,450
- Grants made (2024)
- 22
- Average grant
- $155,111
- Median grant
- $22,350
- Total assets
- $63,717,556
- +1552.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (49% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 248 Bahama Lane, Palm Beach, FL 33480
Phone: (917) 822-0057
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Norton Museum of Art Inc ($1.4M). Together the top 10 received $3.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 15 grants of 22 (68%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were reported as 49% to recipients in Florida, 38% in Nebraska, 3% in New York, and 1% in Indiana. A further 9% was listed with an unidentified recipient state. The grants also included awards to organizations whose locations were not specified in the filing.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc gives
- In 2024 it paid out 149% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 22 grants totaling $3.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Museum of Art Inc West Palm Beach, FL | To further support the exempt mission of the organization | $1,400,000 |
| Neta Foundation Gretna, NE | For support for medical research and the advancement of human well being | $1,300,000 |
| Pluscarden Abbey | For building a womens retreat center for prayer and spiritual discernment | $129,700 |
| Center for Preserving Artists Legacies Brooklyn, NY | For support for historically marginalized artists and their legacies | $100,000 |
| The Historical Society of Palm Beach County Inc West Palm Beach, FL | For Support for Preserving the County's Culteral Heritage | $77,000 |
| Glades Academy Inc Palm Beach, FL | Operate a charter school for low income families in pahokee, Florida | $75,000 |
| The Palm Beach Police and Fire Foundation Palm Beach, FL | Support the palm beach first responders and the local community at large | $75,000 |
| Celtic FC Foundation | For feeding and supporting families in need inside of celtic park stadium on christmas day (paradise pit stop project) | $32,600 |
| Hibernian Community Foundation | For feeding and supporting families in need inside of easter road stadium on christmas day (easter road chrismtas project) | $32,600 |
| Center for Creative Education Inc West Palm Beach, FL | Strengthen the academic performance of students and classroom teachers | $25,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $63,717,556 | $1,712,639 | $4,279,452 | $3,412,450 | 22 | $3,804,413 | $1,119,675 | $2,556,366 |
| 2023 | $3,855,546 | $24,774 | $7,916 | — | — | — | $16,885 | $50,428 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $2.6M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied purposes. For example, the Norton Museum of Art describes its mission as welcoming visitors to experience art through its programs and collections. Glades Academy says it operates a charter school for low-income families in Pahokee, Florida, while the Palm Beach Police and Fire Foundation describes its work as supporting local first responders and the community through education, equipment, and advocacy.
Other supported organizations describe work in medical research and human well-being, support for historically marginalized artists and their legacies, and the preservation of local cultural heritage.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $3,412,450 through 22 grants. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $1,400,000, with a median grant of $22,350. Its largest awards included $1,400,000 to the Norton Museum of Art and $1,300,000 to the Neta Foundation for medical research and the advancement of human well-being. Other notable grants were $129,700 to Pluscarden Abbey for a women’s retreat center, $100,000 to the Center for Preserving Artists Legacies, and $77,000 to the Historical Society of Palm Beach County.
Additional 2024 grants included $75,000 each to Glades Academy and the Palm Beach Police and Fire Foundation, and $25,000 each to the Center for Creative Education and Turning Point USA.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ellen Graham as president, Alexis Graham as treasurer/secretary, and Austin Bryan as director.
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc is led by Ellen Graham, President on every filing since 2022; 2 of 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Ellen Graham
President
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Austin Bryan
Director
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
$95K (2024)
Alexis Graham
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$113K (2024)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Gregg Fisher (2022) — Director
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $113K, to Alexis Graham (Treasurer/Secretary). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc
How much does The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc give each year?
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc gave $3.4M across 22 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $22,350, and its average grant was $155,111, across 22 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc give grants?
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's top state is Florida, with 49% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest state was Nebraska (38%). The most frequent recipient cities were Palm Beach, FL (4 grants) and West Palm Beach, FL (3 grants).
Does The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 22 grants with a stated purpose on The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Norton Museum of Art Inc ($1,400,000), Neta Foundation ($1,300,000) and Pluscarden Abbey ($129,700), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 83% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc?
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc reported $63.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.8M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.6M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied purposes. For example, the Norton Museum of Art describes its mission as welcoming visitors to experience art through its programs and collections. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes 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 The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-0694877. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Does The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc 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 October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Ellen and Ian Graham Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 22, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-ellen-and-ian-graham-foundation-inc-morg_1b6c2a207abe4a7987aeea92d3d72d09
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