Grants paid in 2025
Top 60 of 72 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Texas Food BankAustin, TX | Hunger Aid | $35K |
| Communities in SchoolAustin, TX | Support for schools | $35K |
| Foundation CommunitiesAustin, TX | Homeless support | $35K |
| Vol Healthcare ClinicAustin, TX | Medical services | $30K |
| Safe AllianceAustin, TX | Domestic violence and abuse support | $25K |
| Better AtxAustin, TX | Support for poor families | $25K |
| Michael J Fox FoundationHagerstown, MD | Medical research | $13K |
| Austin Classical GuitarAustin, TX | Arts education for children | $10K |
| Doctors Without BordersHagerstown, MD | Medical support | $10K |
| Project HopeHagerstown, MD | Assist with mental health issues | $10K |
| Community Foundation Tx Hill CountryKerrville, TX | Disaster Relief | $10K |
| Any Baby CanAustin, TX | Support for children | $7,500 |
| CareMerrifield, VA | Care for children, elderly and pets | $7,500 |
| Salvation ArmyAustin, TX | Support for the homeless | $7,500 |
| UmcorNew York, NY | Alleviate human suffering | $7,500 |
| Settlement HomeAustin, TX | Housing for homeless children | $7,000 |
| Bookspring (fka Rif)Austin, TX | Reading support | $6,500 |
| Boys and Girls ClubAustin, TX | Support for children | $6,500 |
| CaritasAustin, TX | Support for the poor | $5,000 |
| Family EldercareAustin, TX | Support for the elderly | $5,000 |
| Helping Hand HomeAustin, TX | Support for children | $5,000 |
| Meals on WheelsAustin, TX | Feeding disabled | $5,000 |
| Texas Civil Rights ProjectAustin, TX | Support for Minorities | $5,000 |
| Direct ReliefSanta Barbara, CA | Medical services | $5,000 |
| Independent IdentityAustin, TX | Support for children | $5,000 |
| Goodwill IndustriesAustin, TX | Work for disabled | $3,500 |
| Austin Pets AliveAustin, TX | Animal support | $3,000 |
| Austin SmilesAustin, TX | Dental support | $3,000 |
| LifeworksAustin, TX | Youth support | $3,000 |
| Planned ParenthoodDallas, TX | Medical services | $3,000 |
| Age of Central TexasAustin, TX | Support for the elderly | $2,500 |
| Center for Reproductive RightsNew York, NY | Support for women | $2,500 |
| Children's Medical Center FoundAustin, TX | Support for children | $2,500 |
| Down Home RanchElgin, TX | Downs Syndrome Aid | $2,500 |
| League of Women Voters of TexasAustin, TX | Voter Rights Advocacy | $2,500 |
| Mobile Loaves and FishesAustin, TX | Feeding the homeless | $2,500 |
| People's Community ClinicAustin, TX | Medical services for poor | $2,500 |
| Bob Woodruff FoundationLong Island City, NY | Veterans support | $2,500 |
| Capital Area Parkinson'sAustin, TX | Medical Research | $2,500 |
| Humane Society (austin)Austin, TX | Animal shelter | $2,500 |
| Manos de CristoAustin, TX | Medical services | $2,500 |
| Women's Microfinance InitiativeCabin John, MD | Support for women | $2,500 |
| Christi Center (fka for the Love of Christi)Austin, TX | Grief support | $2,000 |
| RaicesSan Antonio, TX | Support for Immigrant Families Children | $2,000 |
| Anderson MD HospitalHouston, TX | Medical Research | $1,500 |
| CASA of Central TexasAustin, TX | Support for children | $1,500 |
| Easter Seals-AustinAustin, TX | Support for disabled | $1,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity(aus)Austin, TX | Housing for the poor | $1,500 |
| Partnerships for ChildrenAustin, TX | Support for children | $1,500 |
| Therapy Pet Pals of TexasAustin, TX | Animal care | $1,500 |
| Travis Assoc for BlindAustin, TX | Assistance to the blind | $1,500 |
| Brightfocus FoundationClarksburg, MD | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Capitol School of AustinAustin, TX | Schooling for children | $1,000 |
| Disabled American VetsCincinnati, OH | Veterans support | $1,000 |
| EarthworksWashington, DC | Environmental Advocacy | $1,000 |
| Hospice AustinAustin, TX | Hospice services | $1,000 |
| Keep Austin BeautifulAustin, TX | Environmental Advocacy | $1,000 |
| Season for Caring (aas)Austin, TX | Support for poor families | $1,000 |
| Water to ThriveAustin, TX | Provide clean water | $1,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis FoundationNew York, NY | Medical Research | $1,000 |
By state: Texas 54 · Maryland 5 · New York 4 · Virginia 3 · California 2 · Ohio 1
About this foundation
Arnold Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Austin, Texas, tax-exempt since 1985. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Arnold Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Arnold Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $396K across 72 grants, a median of $2,500.
Where does Arnold Foundation give?
Texas (54 grants), Maryland (5 grants), New York (4 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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