Arnold Salter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arnold Salter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$110,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $197,000 | 9 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $92,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $110,000 | 7 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Arnold Salter Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Arnold Salter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 3 | $80,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Humane Society | Support of activities and operations | $50,000 |
| College Possible Oregon | Support of activities and operations | $20,000 |
| Dove Lewis Hospital | Support of activities and operations | $10,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Sociaty | Support of activities and operations | $10,000 |
| Humane Colorado | Support of activities and operations | $10,000 |
| The Cornell Daily Sun Alumni Association | Support of activities and operations | $5,000 |
| The Scratching Post | Support of activities and operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan E Arnold
- Diana G Salter
- Mark P Arnold
- Sarah B Salter
Questions people ask
Does Arnold Salter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arnold Salter Family Foundation give?
$110,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Arnold Salter Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan E Arnold (President), Diana G Salter (Secretary, Treasurer), Mark P Arnold (Director) and Sarah B Salter (Director).
What does Arnold Salter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.