Arizona Foundation for Educational
Preselected recipients only
Arizona Foundation for Educational is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $672,500 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $105,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$672,500
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$105,500
- Assets$18.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $585,000 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $557,000 | 22 | $16.3 million |
| 2024 | $585,000 | 22 | $17.3 million |
| 2025 | $672,500 | 26 | $18.0 million |
How to apply
Arizona Foundation for Educational says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Arizona Foundation for Educational funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 8 | $180,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $132,500 |
| New Mexico | 7 | $130,000 |
| Idaho | 3 | $74,500 |
| Oregon | 2 | $62,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $58,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | To fund university scholarships through youth ministry | $105,500 |
| Colorado League of Charter Schools | To support charter school student achievement | $60,000 |
| Human Services Campus DBA Keys to Change | To support homelessness intervention services | $60,000 |
| Hutchinson Community College Endowment Assoc | To support college transfer and workforce programs | $58,000 |
| Jesuit High School | To provide tuition assistance scholarships | $50,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum | To support quilt education and preservation | $50,000 |
| St Thomas the Apostle | To support campus capital improvements | $45,000 |
| Idaho State University Foundation | To provide athletic summer scholarships | $41,500 |
| Pat Tillman Foundation | To provide scholarships for veterans and spouses | $25,000 |
| U of A - BIO5 (Keys) | To provide high school research opportunities | $25,000 |
| University of Idaho | To support environmental education programs | $25,000 |
| Achievement Rewards for College Scientists-Denver | To provide science and technology scholarships | $22,500 |
| Banner Health Foundation | To support hospital patient care services | $15,000 |
| Friends of Public Radio Arizona | To support public radio community outreach | $12,500 |
| University of Portland | To support academic research database access | $12,500 |
| Arizona Historical Society | To support historical research fellowships | $10,000 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | To support education for small foundations | $10,000 |
| Primeria Alta Historical Society | To support historic preservation and education | $10,000 |
| College of Western Idaho Foundation | To fund public safety student scholarships | $8,000 |
| Northern New Mexico Normal School Alum Assoc | To support northern nm college scholarships | $7,000 |
| Holy Cross Catholic School | To support faith-based educational programs | $5,000 |
| Northern New Mexico College Foundation | To provide scholarships for northern nm students | $5,000 |
| Alice King Community School Foundation | To enhance STEM education programs | $2,500 |
| Entrepreneurial Institute of Northern New Mexico | To support reentry and reintegration services | $2,500 |
| Hands Across Cultures | To support community health and education | $2,500 |
| Sarrc | To provide autism educator training services | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jake Butterfield
- John Muessle
- Leo Valdez
- Scott Butterfield
- Thomas Duncan
- Lee Burton
Questions people ask
Does Arizona Foundation for Educational accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arizona Foundation for Educational give?
$672,500 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs Arizona Foundation for Educational?
Its 2025 filing lists Jake Butterfield (Executive Assistant), John Muessle (President/Secretary), Leo Valdez (Director) and Scott Butterfield (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Arizona Foundation for Educational fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.