Arctos Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arctos Foundation is a private foundation in Wayzata, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $663,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $145,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$663,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$145,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $618,018 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 | $618,018 | 14 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $663,000 | 15 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Arctos 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 Arctos Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $150,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $145,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $145,000 |
| Minnesota | 5 | $115,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $75,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Children's Theatre | Charitable | $145,000 |
| Eisenhower Health | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Phoenix-Building for Homeless | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Chibe | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Marthas Kitchen | Charitable | $50,000 |
| University of Pennslyvania | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Groves Academy | Charitable | $35,000 |
| So All May Eat | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Boulder Emergency Squad | Charitable | $30,000 |
| The Lenfest Institute | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Gloria Dei | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Philly Unkown Project | Charitable | $20,000 |
| The Blake School | Charitable | $15,000 |
| St Matthew's Catholic Church | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Vanderbilt Foundation | Charitable` | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Vojta
- Deneen Vojta
- George Vojta
- Charles Vojta
- Grace Vojta
Questions people ask
Does Arctos Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arctos Foundation give?
$663,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Arctos Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher Vojta (Persident, Director), Deneen Vojta (Director), George Vojta (Director) and Charles Vojta (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Arctos Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.