Arthur Jordan Foundation
Accepts applications
Arthur Jordan Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $645,235 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $262,985. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$645,235
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$262,985
- Assets$19.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $584,077 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $584,077 | 40 | $17.9 million |
| 2024 | $645,235 | 51 | $19.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Valery Delong 275 Medical Dr 501, Carmel, IN 46032 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (317) 631-1888, vdelong@arthurjordanfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Requests must be submitted through the website. No requests will be accepted by email, fax, us postal service, hand delivery or any method other than the website. There are several types of grant requests: operating, program, special project and capital support. A narrative of funding needs, IRS determination letter, board of directors listing, most recent form 990, most recent audited financial statement, and a budget must be uploaded. |
| Deadlines | April 30 |
| Restrictions | Marion county, Indiana only. No medical research grants. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Arthur Jordan Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 51 | $645,235 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site | Operating support | $262,985 |
| Indy Hunger Network | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Indianapolis Children's Choir | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Elevate Indianapolis | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Indianapolis Opera | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Inc | Operating support | $12,500 |
| United Way of Central Indiana | Operating support | $12,500 |
| 100 Black Men of Indianapolis | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Butler University | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Hatch Inc | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Indiana Humanities | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Indianapolis Parks Foundation | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Million Meal Movement | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Outreach Inc | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites | Operating support | $7,500 |
| American Red Cross | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Artmix | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Arts for Learning | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Ascent 121 | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Freetown Village Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Ganggang (Fiscal Sponsor Central Indiana Community Foundation) | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Harrison Center for the Arts | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Heartland Film Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of Indianapolis DBA Indyhumane | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indiana Black Expo | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indiana Historical Society | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indiana Performing Arts Centre | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Art Center | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Ballet Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Jazz Foundation Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Shakespeare Company Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Symphonic Choir | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| International Violin Competition of Indianapolis | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Joy's House | Operating support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosemary Dorsa
- Samuel L Odle
- Gracia-Jean Darling
- Elaine E Bedel
- Dennis E Bland
- Sara B Cobb
- Daniel Lopez
Questions people ask
Does Arthur Jordan Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 30.
How much does Arthur Jordan Foundation give?
$645,235 in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Arthur Jordan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rosemary Dorsa (Chair), Samuel L Odle (Vice Chair), Gracia-Jean Darling (Secretary) and Elaine E Bedel (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Arthur Jordan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and youth programs.