Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in Payson, Arizona
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Payson, Arizona, holding $60M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalton & Elaine Knauss Foundationsince 1998 | $425K31 grants · 2025 | $9,983 | Yes | $10M |
| Mha Foundationsince 2015 | $385K26 grants · 2024 | $3,290 | Yes | $47M |
| Barbs Blessingssince 2025 | $23K7 grants · 2024 | $3,525 | Preselected only | $3.2M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Arizona
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Arizona Commission on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateArizona Commission on the Arts | Arizona Commission on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Arizona Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateArizona Humanities | Arizona Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Payson, Arizona?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in Payson, Arizona with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $60M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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