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The Erkiletian Family Foundation

Name: The Erkiletian Family Foundation grants, 2022–2025
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License: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organization-public-disclosure-and-availability-requirements

A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

110
grants reported: $1.2M
total given: 2022–2025
filing years: $5,000
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 2022–2025. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

What they fund

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3 grants matching “gorillas” · $12,000

$4,000
Gorilla Doctors · Davis, CA · 2025
Dedicated to saving the mountain and eastern lowland gorilla species one gorilla patient at a time using veterinary medicine and science with a one health approach.
$4,000
Gorilla Doctors · Davis, CA · 2024
Dedicated to saving the mountain and eastern lowland gorilla species one gorilla patient at a time using veterinary medicine and science with a one health approach.
$4,000
Gorilla Doctors · Davis, CA · 2023
Dedicated to saving the mountain and eastern lowland gorilla species one gorilla patient at a time using veterinary medicine and science with a One Health approach.

Top recipients

Repeat recipients are the strongest signal of whether a funder has an open door or quietly re-funds the same organizations.

Emerging Scholars3 grants · $308,840
Emerging Scholars1 grant · $115,000
Shakespeare Theatre Company3 grants · $75,000
World Central Kitchen3 grants · $69,500
Chesapeake Bay Foundation3 grants · $41,000
United Help Ukraine2 grants · $32,500
Boulder Crest Foundation2 grants · $27,000
Shakespeare Theatre Company1 grant · $25,000
St Jude Children'S Research Foundation3 grants · $24,960
Amazon Conservation Team3 grants · $23,334

Giving over time

$295,180

2022

$308,000

2023

$288,500

2024

$347,500

2025

Grant history

The 100 largest of 110 grants.

$159,000
Emerging Scholars · Arlington, VA · 2025
To provide leadership and educational opportunity and support for young students.
$115,000
Emerging Scholars · Arlington, VA · 2023
Providing leadership and educational opportunity and support for young students.
$82,840
Emerging Scholars · Arlington, VA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$67,000
Emerging Scholars · Arlington, VA · 2024
To provide leadership and educational opportunity and support for young students.
$37,000
World Central Kitchen · Washington, DC · 2024
To provide meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises.
$27,500
United Help Ukraine · Gaithersberg, MD · 2024
To support theukrainianpeople by providing essential services and aid as they try to protect their homes and future.
$25,000
Shakespeare Theatre Company · Washington, DC · 2025
To create world-class shakespeare productions and innovative contemporary work, addressing the most urgent questions with scale and audacity.
$25,000
Shakespeare Theatre Company · Washington, DC · 2024
To create world-class shakespeare productions and innovative contemporary work, addressing the most urgent questions with scale and audacity.
$25,000
Shakespeare Theatre Company · Washington, DC · 2023
Creates world-class Shakespeare productions and innovative contemporary work, addressing the most urgent questions with scale and audacity.
$25,000
Shakespeare Theatre Company · Washington, DC · 2022
Campaign for plays and arts
$20,460
St Jude Children'S Research Foundation · Memphis, TN · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$20,000
Future Harvest · Cockeysville, MD · 2025
Advancing agriculture that sustains farmers, communities, and the environment.
$20,000
World Central Kitchen · Washington, DC · 2025
To provide meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises.
$20,000
Chesapeake Bay Foundation · Annapolis, MD · 2023
Fight for effective, science-based solutions to the pollution degrading the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers and streams.
$20,000
World Central Kitchen · Washington, DC · 2023
Devoted to providing meals in the wake of natural disasters.
$19,000
National Resources Defense Council · New York, NY · 2023
Confront the climate crisis, protect the planet's wildlife and wild places, and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water and healthy communities.
$15,460
Martha'S Table · Washington, DC · 2022
Assisting filling food banks
$15,000
Boulder Crest Foundation · Bluemont, VA · 2025
To facilitate posttraumatic growth (ptg) through transformative programs, world-class training and education initiatives, research, and advocacy.
$15,000
Chesapeake Bay Foundation · Annapolis, MD · 2024
To fight for effective, science-based solutions to the pollution degrading the chesapeake bay and its rivers and streams.
$15,000
American Red Cross · Boone, IA · 2023
Provide vital services such as disaster relief, international services, blood, and training and certification.
$15,000
Save the Redwoods League · San Francisco, CA · 2023
Restore redwood forests by innovating science and technology that can improve stewardship and accelerate forest regeneration.
$15,000
Chesapeake Bay Foundation · Annapolis, MD · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$15,000
Global Empowerment Mission · Doral, FL · 2022
Assisting filling food banks
$12,500
National Resources Defense Council · Merrifield, VA · 2025
To safeguard the earthits people, plants, animals, and natural systems
$12,500
American Civil Liberties Union · Richmond, VA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$12,500
World Central Kitchen · Washington, DC · 2022
Assisting filling food banks
$12,000
Boulder Crest Foundation · Bluemont, VA · 2024
To facilitate posttraumatic growth (ptg) through transformative programs, world-class training and education initiatives, research, and advocacy.
$11,834
Amazon Conservation Team · Falls Church, VA · 2024
To protect tropical forests and strengthen traditional culture.
$11,000
Chesapeake Bay Foundation · Annapolis, MD · 2025
To fight for effective, science-based solutions to the pollution degrading the chesapeake bay and its rivers and streams.
$10,920
The Canary Foundation · Woodside, CA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$10,000
Aauw Tahoe Nevada · Incline Village, NV · 2025
To advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy.
$10,000
Americares · Stamford, CT · 2025
To deliver medicine, medical supplies, and emergency aid to vulnerable communities worldwide, helping them reach their full potential.
$10,000
Children'S National Hospital Foundation · Silver Spring, MD · 2025
To provide world-class care and research for kids in the washington, d.c. Region and beyond.
$10,000
Ducks Unlimited · Memphis, TN · 2025
To conserving, restoring, and managing wetlands and associated habitats for north america's waterfowl
$10,000
Children'S National Hospital Foundation · Silver Spring, MD · 2024
To provide world-class care and research for kids in the washington, d.c. Region and beyond.
$10,000
Americares · Stamford, CT · 2023
A global non-profit focused on health and development that responds to individuals affected by poverty, disaster, or crisis.
$10,000
The Brigaid Alliance · New York, NY · 2022
Addressing domestic violence & assault crisis
$9,000
Unhcr · Washington, DC · 2023
A global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for people forced to flee their homes because of conflict and persecution.
$8,833
California Fire Foundation · Sacramento, CA · 2024
To provide emotional and financial assistance to families of fallen firefighters, firefighters and the communities they protect. Formed in 1987 by california professional firefighters, the california fire foundation's m… read allTo provide emotional and financial assistance to families of fallen firefighters, firefighters and the communities they protect. Formed in 1987 by california professional firefighters, the california fire foundation's mandate includes an array of survivor and victim assistance projects and community initiatives. less
$8,833
Freedom Within Project · Santa Cruz, CA · 2024
Working to reduce recidivism and change the culture inside prisons and jails, from one of violence and gang oppression, to a place where incarcerated individuals learn to take responsibility for their thoughts, feelings… read allWorking to reduce recidivism and change the culture inside prisons and jails, from one of violence and gang oppression, to a place where incarcerated individuals learn to take responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions through self-awareness and emotional literacy. less
$7,500
Amazon Conservation Team · Falls Church, VA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$7,500
Americares · Thomasville, GA · 2022
Assisting filling food banks
$7,500
Children Armenia Fund · Glendale, CA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$6,000
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria · Alexandria, VA · 2024
Resource for community and a shelter for homeless animals. Org helps animals find homes and assist with helping keep beloved animals with their families during difficult times.
$6,000
Upcycle Creative Reuse Center · Alexandria, VA · 2024
To connect creativity and conservation by providing a resource center for reuse materials and a creative making space for the community.
$5,500
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention · New York, NY · 2023
Dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss.
$5,500
Children'S National Hospital Foundation · Silver Spring, MD · 2023
Provide world-class care and research for kids in the Washington, D.C. region and beyond.
$5,000
Afsp · New York, NY · 2025
Dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss.
$5,000
Spirit of Christ Baptist Church · Forestville, MD · 2025
Mission to empower believers through the holy spirit to engage in evangelism, ministry, and service to their community and the world.
$5,000
United Help Ukraine · Gaithersberg, MD · 2025
To support theukrainianpeople by providing essential services and aid as they try to protect their homes and future.
$5,000
Afsp · New York, NY · 2024
Dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss.
$5,000
Arcadia Food · Alexandria, VA · 2024
Arcadia is a community of eaters, growers, and good food advocates who believe everyone should get the good stuff. So we grow food, and we grow farmers. We cultivate healthy eaters and community and school gardens. We w… read allArcadia is a community of eaters, growers, and good food advocates who believe everyone should get the good stuff. So we grow food, and we grow farmers. We cultivate healthy eaters and community and school gardens. We work to make sure everyone can get their hands on delicious, affordable, local food. And we do it in a way that's good for wildlife, biodiversity, the soil, and the climate. less
$5,000
Baltimore Tree Trust · Baltimore, MD · 2024
To support critical initiatives that improve the health of our city. Each year, the baltimore tree trust plants hundreds of trees that cool our streets, clean our air, and instill a stronger sense of community throughou… read allTo support critical initiatives that improve the health of our city. Each year, the baltimore tree trust plants hundreds of trees that cool our streets, clean our air, and instill a stronger sense of community throughout our neighborhoods. Any amount helps us to plant trees, educate our community about the importance of trees, and care for each tree we plant. less
$5,000
Boulder Crest Foundation · Bluemont, VA · 2023
Mission is to facilitate Posttraumatic Growth (PTG) through transformative programs, world-class training and education initiatives, research, and advocacy.
$5,000
Freedom Within Prisons Project · Santa Cruz, CA · 2023
Working to reduce recidivism and change the culture inside prisons and jails, from one of violence and gang oppression, to a place where incarcerated individuals learn to take responsibility for their thoughts, feelings… read allWorking to reduce recidivism and change the culture inside prisons and jails, from one of violence and gang oppression, to a place where incarcerated individuals learn to take responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions through self-awareness and emotional literacy. less
$5,000
St Mary Armenian Apostolic Church · Washington, DC · 2023
To grow and proclaim our Apostolic Faith in Jesus Christ while sustaining our Christian Armenian identity.
$5,000
St Michaels Community Center · St Michaels, MD · 2023
The St. Michaels Community Center's mission is to s.rve, empower and connect the community.
$5,000
The Kennedy Center · Washington, DC · 2023
Present classical and contemporary music, opera, drama, dance, and other performing arts from the US and other countries.
$5,000
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention · New York, NY · 2022
Addressing domestic violence & assault crisis
$5,000
Boulder Crest · Bluemont, VA · 2022
Addressing domestic violence & assault crisis
$5,000
Chaco Culture Conservacy · Aztec, NM · 2022
Campaign for plays and arts
$5,000
Lutheran Social Services of the National · Washington, DC · 2022
Assisting filling food banks
$5,000
Maya Exploration Center · Austin, TX · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$5,000
Old Presbyterian Meeting House · Alexandria, VA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$5,000
St Gregory the Illuminator Amenian Church · Binghamton, NY · 2022
Assisting filling food banks
$5,000
St Mary Armenian Apostolic Church · Washington, DC · 2022
Assisting filling food banks
$5,000
The Kennedy Center · Washington, DC · 2022
Campaign for plays and arts
$4,000
Amazon Conservation Team · Falls Church, VA · 2025
To protect tropical forests and strengthen traditional culture.
$4,000
Gorilla Doctors · Davis, CA · 2025
Dedicated to saving the mountain and eastern lowland gorilla species one gorilla patient at a time using veterinary medicine and science with a one health approach.
$4,000
Gorilla Doctors · Davis, CA · 2024
Dedicated to saving the mountain and eastern lowland gorilla species one gorilla patient at a time using veterinary medicine and science with a one health approach.
$4,000
Operation Smile · Virginia Beach, VA · 2024
Through our expertise in treating cleft lip and cleft palate, we create solutions that deliver safe surgery to people where it's needed most.
$4,000
Save the Redwoods League · San Francisco, CA · 2024
To restore redwood forests by innovating science and technology that can improve stewardship and accelerate forest regeneration.
$4,000
Gorilla Doctors · Davis, CA · 2023
Dedicated to saving the mountain and eastern lowland gorilla species one gorilla patient at a time using veterinary medicine and science with a One Health approach.
$4,000
Operation Smile · Virginia Beach, VA · 2023
Through our expertise in treating cleft lip and cleft palate, we create solutions that deliver safe surgery to people where it's needed most.
$4,000
St John Armenian Church · Southfield, MI · 2023
Community in our Diocese in both the rites of worship and varied ministries within and outside of the parish by offering numerous educational programs and opportunities for Christian growth in the knowledge of our Lord … read allCommunity in our Diocese in both the rites of worship and varied ministries within and outside of the parish by offering numerous educational programs and opportunities for Christian growth in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the faith, tradition, customs andpractices of the Armenian Orthodox Church. less
$3,500
Homestretch · Falls Church, VA · 2024
Dsigned to address the root causes of homlessness for each family and reverse it.
$3,000
National Indigenous Woman'S Resource Center · Lame Deer, MT · 2025
To support culturally grounded, indigenous-led solutions to enhance tribal sovereignty and increase safety for native victims of domestic and sexual violence.
$3,000
American Friends of the Ocean Clean Up · Pasadena, CA · 2024
The foundation supports initiatives to rid the ocean and waterways of plastic.
$3,000
Wild Love Preserve · Kingston, WA · 2024
The protection and preservation of native ecosystems as an interconnected and balanced whole (horses).
$3,000
St Michaels Fire Department · St Michaels, MD · 2023
Provide fire and ambulence service.
$2,500
Freedom Within Project · Santa Cruz, CA · 2025
Working to reduce recidivism and change the culture inside prisons and jails, from one of violence and gang oppression, to a place where incarcerated individuals learn to take responsibility for their thoughts, feelings… read allWorking to reduce recidivism and change the culture inside prisons and jails, from one of violence and gang oppression, to a place where incarcerated individuals learn to take responsibility for their thoughts, feelings, and actions through self-awareness and emotional literacy. less
$2,500
Operation Smile · Virginia Beach, VA · 2025
Through our expertise in treating cleft lip and cleft palate, we create solutions that deliver safe surgery to people where it's needed most.
$2,500
Saint Columba'S Nursery School · Washington, DC · 2025
Piggy bank fund - mission to provide children with a positive and developmentally appropriate early childhood education filled with quality experiences and active play.
$2,500
St Jude Children'S Research Foundation · Memphis, TN · 2024
Research and development for treating and curing childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
$2,500
The Community Foundation of Northern Va · Fairfax, VA · 2024
Nova parks offers many of northern virginia's favorite destinations, and it's thanks to wonderful donors like you that we're able to continue to provide the great experiences we've come to be known for! Your tax deducti… read allNova parks offers many of northern virginia's favorite destinations, and it's thanks to wonderful donors like you that we're able to continue to provide the great experiences we've come to be known for! Your tax deductible donation will help this park in many ways, both now, and in the future in the form of funds for nova parks, which owns and operates more than 30 parks across northern virginia. Make a donation to today and support nova parks tomorrow 50% of your donation will go directly to the park of your choice, the other 50% going to future projects and land preservation throughout nova parks. less
$2,500
Wayward Ranch Animal Santuary · Kerhonkson, NY · 2024
Committed to a different type of rescure experience. We are a unique combination of adoption and sanctuary facility, taking the pressure of euthanasia away from animals who may not be generically adoptable.
$2,500
Amnesty International USA · New York, NY · 2022
Addressing domestic violence & assault crisis
$2,500
Washington Mill Elementary School · Alexandria, VA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$2,000
Planned Parenthood Federation of America Office of Gift Planning · New York, NY · 2025
Planned parenthood federation of america, inc. (ppfa) works to protect and expand access to sexualand reproductive health care and education, and provides support to its member affiliates. Plannedparenthood affiliates a… read allPlanned parenthood federation of america, inc. (ppfa) works to protect and expand access to sexualand reproductive health care and education, and provides support to its member affiliates. Plannedparenthood affiliates are separately incorporated public charities that operate health centers acrossthe u.s. As trusted sources of health care and education for people of all genders in communitiesacross the country. Ppfa is tax-exempt under internal revenue code section 501(c)(3) - ein 13-1644147. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable under the law. less
$2,000
St Jude Children'S Research Foundation · Memphis, TN · 2025
Research and development for treating and curing childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
$2,000
Northern Va Beekeepers Association · Springfield, VA · 2024
Dedicated topublic education and support ofbeekeeping in the northern virginia area.
$2,000
Planned Parenthood Federation of America Office of Gift Planning · New York, NY · 2024
Planned parenthood federation of america, inc. (ppfa) works to protect and expand access to sexualand reproductive health care and education, and provides support to its member affiliates. Plannedparenthood affiliates a… read allPlanned parenthood federation of america, inc. (ppfa) works to protect and expand access to sexualand reproductive health care and education, and provides support to its member affiliates. Plannedparenthood affiliates are separately incorporated public charities that operate health centers acrossthe u.s. As trusted sources of health care and education for people of all genders in communitiesacross the country. Ppfa is tax-exempt under internal revenue code section 501(c)(3) - ein 13-1644147. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable under the law. less
$2,000
The Art League · Alexandria, VA · 2024
The league is a multifaceted visual arts organization that meets its mission through itsgallery,fine art school,art supply store, andarts-outreach programs.
$2,000
Easter Island Foundation · Santa Maria, CA · 2023
Supports the preservation of the Rapa Nui heritage and culture through education.
$2,000
Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary · Kerhonkson, NY · 2023
Committed to a different type of rescue experience. We are a unique combination of adoption and sanctuary facility, taking the pressure of euthanasia away from animals who may not be generically adoptable.
$2,000
White House Farm Foundation · Bristow, VA · 2023
To enrich individuals with knowledge of an involvement with our natural ecological systems, holistic community planning, and respect for local history and culture.
$2,000
White House Farm Foundation · Bristow, VA · 2022
Scholar's program for academic enrichment
$1,500
Easter Island · Santa Maria, CA · 2025
To protect, preserve, and promote the cultural, archaeological, and environmental legacy of rapa nui.
$1,500
Maya Exploration Center · Boulder, CO · 2025
To uncovering and sharing knowledge about ancient maya civilization, specifically through scientific research, mapping ruined cities, and studying maya science.
$1,500
Unhcr · Washington, DC · 2025
A global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for people forced to flee their homes because of conflict and persecution.

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