The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $553,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $90,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$553,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $492,000 the year before.
19% 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 | $492,000 | 23 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $553,000 | 22 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Nate Berti 605 Third Ave 23rd FL, New York, NY 10158 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (646) 218-7594 |
| What to submit | Statement of objectives and needs |
| Restrictions | Awards and grants will be considered for cultural institutions and nursing education located in and around reno, Nevada, honolulu, Hawaii, and manhattan, New York. |
What The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 10 | $271,000 |
| Nevada | 7 | $188,000 |
| New York | 4 | $90,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada Reno Foundatio | School of nursing discretionary fund | $90,000 |
| Hawaii Opera Theatre | 1 - studio operations 2 - opera studios program | $70,000 |
| Manhattan School of Music | Scholarship fund | $70,000 |
| Cathedral Church of St Andrew | Choral scholars support | $45,000 |
| University of Hawaii Manoa | Award and scholarship program | $35,000 |
| Sierra Arts Foundation | Program support, arts in education | $30,000 |
| Hawaii Symphony Orchestra | Program support | $30,000 |
| Lutheran Church of Honolulu | Program | $23,000 |
| Reno Chamber Orchestra | Concert program | $20,000 |
| Hawaii Youth Symphony | Operation | $20,000 |
| Honolulu Museum of Art | Soundshop music/art program | $18,000 |
| Ava Ballet Theatre | Program support | $17,000 |
| Reno Philharmonic Assoc | 1 - program funding2 - general support | $15,000 |
| Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus | Opportunities program | $10,000 |
| Nevada Museum of Art | School tour program | $10,000 |
| Oahu Choral Society | Concert program | $10,000 |
| Chamber Music Hawaii | Program support | $10,000 |
| Little Orchestra Society | Program support | $8,000 |
| Orchestra of St Luke's | General | $8,000 |
| Pioneer Center for the Performing A | Program support | $6,000 |
| Tenet Vocal Artist | Program support | $4,000 |
| Individual | Operation | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Ruth O Bingham
- John A Gibbons
- Nathan W G Berti
- Michael Mackay
Questions people ask
Does The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Inc give?
$553,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Ruth O Bingham (Board Member), John A Gibbons (President), Nathan W G Berti (Secretary) and Michael Mackay (Board Member).
What does The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.