Arendsee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arendsee Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $481,410 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $80,000. 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$481,410
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$2.5 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $481,410 | 39 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Arendsee Family Foundation 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 Arendsee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $169,000 |
| Texas | 11 | $143,510 |
| Tennessee | 8 | $130,200 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $3,200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Workshop for Warriors | General purpose | $80,000 |
| University of Redlands | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Brightstone | General purpose | $25,000 |
| FWCD Shooting Sports | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Mission Arlington | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Tennessee Golf Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Village Church | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Tennessee Performing Arts | General purpose | $15,200 |
| Journey Home | General purpose | $15,000 |
| North Dallas Shared Ministries Inc | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Veterans Center of North Texas Inc | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Dickson County Help Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Entryway | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Family Gateway | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Housing Connector | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Manna Cafe Ministries | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Prageru | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Camp John Marc | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Center for Transforming Lives | General purpose | $7,500 |
| One Safe Place | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity International | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Nashville Symphony | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Project Heal | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Sinaca Studios | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Festival International de Louisiane | General purpose | $3,200 |
| American Red Cross | General purpose | $2,500 |
| SD Symphony | General purpose | $2,500 |
| The Red Nose Run | General purpose | $2,500 |
| University of SD | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Michael J Fox Organization | General purpose | $2,000 |
| The Welman Project | General purpose | $1,010 |
| Burn Institute | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Coronado Historical | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Focus | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Navy Seal Museum | General purpose | $1,000 |
| United Through Reading | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allan W Arendsee
- Wayne C Arendsee
- Keith M Arendsee
Questions people ask
Does Arendsee Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arendsee Family Foundation give?
$481,410 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Arendsee Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allan W Arendsee (Chair of the Board), Wayne C Arendsee (Vice President) and Keith M Arendsee (Vice President).
What does Arendsee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.