John and Alex Arnold Family
Preselected recipients only
John and Alex Arnold Family is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1.6 million. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $74,495 the year before.
19% 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 | $72,025 | 33 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $74,495 | 26 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 26 | $0 |
How to apply
John and Alex Arnold Family 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 John and Alex Arnold Family funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $1.6 million |
| Missouri | 20 | $70,735 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,250 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DAFGIVING360 | General | $1.6 million |
| Mercy Health Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| United Way of Greater of St Louis | General | $15,000 |
| Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church LCPC | General | $9,000 |
| St Louis Zoo Marlin Perkins Society | General | $7,500 |
| St Louis Area Foodbank | General | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army St Louis | General | $5,000 |
| Dartmouth Alumni Fund | General | $2,250 |
| Washington University | General | $1,500 |
| University Prep Puma Fund | General | $1,250 |
| Nine PBS | General | $1,240 |
| St Louis County Public Library Foun | General | $1,000 |
| Girl Inc | General | $1,000 |
| Gateway Arch Park Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Assoc | General | $1,000 |
| Clayton Community Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Kidsmart St Louis | General | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $500 |
| Character Plus | General | $500 |
| Loyola Academy | General | $500 |
| Red Cross Disaster Relief | General | $250 |
| Missouri Historical Society | General | $250 |
| St Louis Art Museum | General | $160 |
| Missouri Botanical Garden | General | $140 |
| St Louis Public Radio | General | $120 |
| St Louis Science Center | General | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- John Q Arnold
- Alex A Arnold
- Jonathon Q Arnold
- Justin A Arnold
Questions people ask
Does John and Alex Arnold Family accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Alex Arnold Family give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs John and Alex Arnold Family?
Its 2025 filing lists John Q Arnold (Trustee, Chairman Ad), Alex A Arnold (Trustee, Secretary A), Jonathon Q Arnold (Member, Advisory Com) and Justin A Arnold (Member, Advisory Com).
What does John and Alex Arnold Family fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and environment and conservation.