The Arrington Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Arrington Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,042 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$49,042
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,505 the year before.
93% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,535 | 9 | $891,919 |
| 2024 | $15,505 | 8 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $49,042 | 17 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Arrington 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 Arrington Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $41,542 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McGraw YMCA | Charitable. | $10,000 |
| Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Charitable. | $7,000 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Church | Charitable. | $6,500 |
| Round Canopy Parachutibng Team - USA Foundation Inc | Charitable. | $5,000 |
| Evanston Township High School | Educational. | $3,550 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Charitable. | $3,242 |
| Chief Executives Organization | Charitable. | $2,500 |
| Kuumba Evanston | Charitable. | $2,500 |
| Douglas E Vaughan MD | Charitable. | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable. | $1,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago - Pedersen McCormick Club | Charitable. | $1,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Charitable. | $1,000 |
| Evanston 4th of July Association | Charitable. | $1,000 |
| Evanston Historical Society | Charitable. | $1,000 |
| Evanston Township High School | Educational. | $1,000 |
| Prince of Peace Catholic School | Chartiable. | $500 |
| Prince of Peace Catholic School | Charitable. | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael B Arrington
Questions people ask
Does The Arrington Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Arrington Foundation give?
$49,042 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Arrington Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael B Arrington (President).
What does The Arrington Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.