Foundations that fund organizations in Elkins, Arkansas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Elkins nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $16K to Elkins organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Elkins around $3,000. 2 of these funders are based in Arkansas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Elkins
- $16K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $3,000
- Based in AR
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Elkins organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arvest Foundation | Bentonville, AR | 3 | $10K | $3,000 | Preselected only | To support senior activities and Meals on Wheels.; For operation support of the Elkins Public Library.; For college and trade school scholarships for financially d… |
| The Colburn Family Foundation C/O Sterling Foundation Management LLC | Reston, VA | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | Other |
| The Schmieding Foundation | Springdale, AR | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Various |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Elkins, Arkansas?
Arvest Foundation, The Colburn Family Foundation C/O Sterling Foundation Management LLC, The Schmieding Foundation reported grants to Elkins organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Elkins. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.