The Vera B Arrison Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vera B Arrison Foundation is a private foundation in North Tonawanda, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $144,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 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$144,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $147,000 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $137,500 | 21 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $147,000 | 21 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $144,500 | 21 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The Vera B Arrison 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 Vera B Arrison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $133,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Peace House | General fund | $10,000 |
| Clement and Karen Arrison Legacy Foundation | Support for rescued horses | $10,000 |
| Daemen University | College transition program | $10,000 |
| Gliding Stars Inc | General fund | $10,000 |
| Home of My Own - Wny | General fund | $10,000 |
| Opportunities Collaborative for Special Needs Students | General fund | $10,000 |
| PKD Foundation | Research | $10,000 |
| Ride for Roswell | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Teacher's Desk | General fund | $10,000 |
| YMCA Buffalo Niagara | General fund | $10,000 |
| Feedmore Wny Foundation | Meals on wheels of wny | $8,000 |
| Camp Good Days and Special Times Wny | General fund | $5,000 |
| Kidney Health Together | General fund | $5,000 |
| SPCA | General fund | $5,000 |
| St Luke's Mission of Mercy | General fund | $5,000 |
| Wings Flights of Hope | General fund | $5,000 |
| Canisius College | Craig arrison cross country scholarship | $5,000 |
| Ub Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership | University at buffalo gary pools and leisure center for entrepreneurial leadership | $2,500 |
| The Carmen Campolo Memorial Fund | General fund | $2,000 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Buffalos most amazing race | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vera B Arrison
- Barbara A Regan
- Craig Arrison
Questions people ask
Does The Vera B Arrison Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vera B Arrison Foundation give?
$144,500 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Vera B Arrison Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vera B Arrison (President), Barbara A Regan (Secretary) and Craig Arrison (Treasurer).
What does The Vera B Arrison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.