How to apply
Only requests submitted in writing will be considered. Contact: James Cornelius, Po Box 5037, Zionsville, in, 3178267240 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: NONE
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
18 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Foundation for the Holy LandWashington, DC | Charitable | $160K |
| St Alphousus Liguori Catholic ChurchSt Louis, MO | Charitable | $150K |
| Eternal Word Television NetworkIrondale, AL | Charitable | $100K |
| The Word Among USFrederick, MD | Charitable | $100K |
| American Red CrossWashington, DC | Charitable | $50K |
| Maria Lanakila Catholic ChurchLahaina, HI | Charitable | $50K |
| Archdiocese of IndianapolisIndianapolis, IN | Charitable | $25K |
| Bishop Simon Brute College SeminaryIndianapolis, IN | Charitable | $10K |
| Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association IncChicago, IL | Charitable | $10K |
| Saint Meinrad Seminary & School of TheologySt Meinrad, IN | Charitable | $10K |
| The Cardinals Annual Stewardship AppealNew York, NY | Charitable | $10K |
| Central Park ConservancyNew York, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cornea Research Foundation of America IncIndianapolis, IN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Way of Central Indiana IncIndianapolis, IN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Christel House International IncIndianapolis, IN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Boone County IncZionsville, IN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Summer Stock Stage IncIndianapolis, IN | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Our Lady of Grace MonasteryBeech Grove, IN | Charitable | $1,000 |
By state: District of Columbia 2 · Missouri 1 · Alabama 1 · Maryland 1 · Indiana 9 · Hawaii 1
About this foundation
Cornelius Family Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Zionsville, Indiana, administered in care of James M Cornelius, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Cornelius Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Only requests submitted in writing will be considered. Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Cornelius Family Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $704K across 18 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Cornelius Family Foundation Inc give?
District of Columbia (2 grants), Missouri (1 grants), Alabama (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
More foundations near Zionsville that accept applications
All in Indiana| Foundation | Based in | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adl Charitable Trsince 1998 | Zionsville, IN | $90K5 grants · 2025 | $18K | Yes | $2.0M |
| Dexter a and M Patricia McCormick Family Foundation Incsince 2019 | Zionsville, IN | $126K47 grants · 2024 | $1,500 | Yes | $1.4M |
| Walker Family Foundation Incsince 1991 | Zionsville, IN | $320K3 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $1.1M |