If you can dream it,
we can help you achieve it.
Our mission is to enrich the lives of Philadelphia girls living in single-parent homes by supporting and broadening their educational opportunities.
$6.3M
distributed in Tuition Assistance Grants to independent & parochial high school girls in the past five years
$3.2M
distributed in Enrichment Grants to public & charter high school girls in the past five years
693
Ellis Trust grant recipients during the 2024-2025 academic year
Supporting students on their journey
Eligibility »
The Ellis Trust was established to support Philadelphia girls in grades 9-12 who come from single-parent households achieve their academic dreams.
Tuition Assistance Grants »
We work to ensure that eligible young women striving for success have the opportunity to attend the school of their choice.
Enrichment Grants »
Growth and learning go beyond school walls. For students attending public or charter schools, we offer grants for summer, after-school and weekend programs.