Armstrong Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Armstrong Family Foundation is a private foundation in Winnetka, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $8,000. 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$35,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$723,310
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,500 the year before.
27% 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 | $22,540 | 13 | $519,700 |
| 2024 | $25,500 | 11 | $618,541 |
| 2025 | $35,000 | 11 | $723,310 |
How to apply
Armstrong 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 Armstrong Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $32,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Altus Academy | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Maffa Redemption Project | Charitable | $8,000 |
| The Night Ministry | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Catholic Theogical Union | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Saints Faith and Hope Charity Church | Charitable | $2,500 |
| YMCA of Northern Utah | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Chicago Symphony Ochestra | Charitable | $1,000 |
| GVS Scholars | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Generation to Generation - St Michaels | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Recycle Utahpark City Conservation Assocation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Armstrong
- Ben Armstrong
- David Armstrong
- Stephen Armstrong
Questions people ask
Does Armstrong Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Armstrong Family Foundation give?
$35,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Armstrong Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth Armstrong (Director), Ben Armstrong (Director), David Armstrong (Director) and Stephen Armstrong (Director).
What does Armstrong Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.