The Arbutus Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Arbutus Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,000 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,500. 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$47,000
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $36,500 the year before.
23% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $39,500 | 39 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $36,500 | 38 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $47,000 | 44 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Arbutus 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 The Arbutus Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 20 | $22,000 |
| Utah | 7 | $8,000 |
| California | 6 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $2,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ivins Inspired | Wind Sculptures permanent display Hwy 91 round-about | $2,500 |
| Farestart | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Food Lifeline | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Hopelink | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Humane Society for Seattle-King Co | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Kayenta Arts Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Northwest Harvest E M M | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Utah Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| American Red Cross | Western Washington Flooding | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross -Snohomish County Chapter | Western Washington Flooding | $1,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Buildon Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Charity Navigator | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Child Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Conservation Lands Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Direct Relief | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Eastwest Food Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Global Fund for Women Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Globalgiving Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| GOOD360 | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Heifer Project International | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Homeward Pet Adoption Center | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| International Relief Teams | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Maltby Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Marys Place Seattle | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Medical Teams International | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Pasados Safe Haven | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Shelter Box USA | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Summit Assistance Dogs | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Fistula Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trail | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Treehouse | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Vashon Maury Community Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Washington Trails Association | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Water Missions International | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amanda Schuster
Questions people ask
Does The Arbutus Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Arbutus Family Foundation give?
$47,000 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Arbutus Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amanda Schuster (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does The Arbutus Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, international and food and hunger.