Sethness Arnold Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sethness Arnold Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $145,110 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$145,110
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $138,000 the year before.
24% 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 | $131,535 | 19 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $138,000 | 20 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $145,110 | 20 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Sethness Arnold 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 Sethness Arnold Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 4 | $47,000 |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
| Illinois | 6 | $17,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $14,600 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $510 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge School | Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Chicago City Day School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $9,600 |
| Miss Halls School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| 626 Landmark Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Miami University | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| University of Miami | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Holly Cross School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Indiana University | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest Academy | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | Folds of honor | $1,000 |
| Nurses for Newborns | Unrestricted | $510 |
| Madeira School | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $500 |
| National Museum United States Army | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Uso | Unrestricted | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary S Arnold
- Joseph C Arnold
- Randall Romei
Questions people ask
Does Sethness Arnold Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sethness Arnold Foundation give?
$145,110 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sethness Arnold Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary S Arnold (Vp/Treas/Dir), Joseph C Arnold (Pres/Dir) and Randall Romei (Secretary/Dir).
What does Sethness Arnold Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.