Arthur L Parker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arthur L Parker Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,291 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,813 and the largest $11,250. 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$49,291
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,813
- Largest grant$11,250
- Assets$927,126
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $49,763 the year before.
55% of its 2025 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 | $30,816 | 9 | $859,394 |
| 2024 | $49,763 | 13 | $882,163 |
| 2025 | $49,291 | 11 | $927,126 |
How to apply
Arthur L Parker 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 Arthur L Parker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 6 | $25,315 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,850 |
| California | 1 | $3,750 |
| New York | 1 | $3,750 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,813 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,813 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Cleveland Institute of Art | Arts - unrestricted | $11,250 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General operating | $10,850 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Odgensburg | Religious/health,social | $3,750 |
| Mikeroweworks Foundation | General operating | $3,750 |
| Second Harvest Foodbank of the Mahoning | General operating | $2,813 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | Health and social welfare | $2,813 |
| Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank | Health and social welfare- | $2,813 |
| Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank Inc | Health and social welfare - | $2,813 |
| Shoes and Clothes for Kids | General operating | $2,813 |
| HRDC | General operating | $2,813 |
| The Busyhead Project Inc | General operating | $2,813 |
Officers and trustees
- Madeleine H Parker
- Margaret Evans Van Ert
- Ralph P Higgins Jr
Questions people ask
Does Arthur L Parker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arthur L Parker Foundation give?
$49,291 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,813.
Who runs Arthur L Parker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Madeleine H Parker (Trustee and President), Margaret Evans Van Ert (Trustee and Vice President) and Ralph P Higgins Jr (Trustee, Secretary & Treasurer).
What does Arthur L Parker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and health.