Arms Family Foundation Tr
Preselected recipients only
Arms Family Foundation Tr is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$53,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$666,512
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,125 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,000 | 7 | $650,549 |
| 2024 | $50,125 | 8 | $667,796 |
| 2025 | $53,500 | 6 | $666,512 |
How to apply
Arms Family Foundation Tr 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 Arms Family Foundation Tr funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $53,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | General Support | $30,000 |
| Santa Monica Education Fdn | General Support | $10,000 |
| St Pauls Lutheran Church | General Support | $5,000 |
| SMAPA JAMS Theatre | General Support | $5,000 |
| Santa Monica HS Samohi Choir | General Support | $2,500 |
| The Music Center | General Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily Arms
Questions people ask
Does Arms Family Foundation Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arms Family Foundation Tr give?
$53,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Arms Family Foundation Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily Arms (Trustee).
What does Arms Family Foundation Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.