Arnold and Esther Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arnold and Esther Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2023 it gave $440,850 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $291,750. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$440,850
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$291,750
- Assets$517,642
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2023 was up from $92,620 the year before.
90% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $92,620 | 7 | $862,040 |
| 2023 | $440,850 | 16 | $517,642 |
How to apply
Arnold and Esther 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 Arnold and Esther Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 3 | $361,250 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $52,500 |
| Texas | 5 | $14,600 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $2,100 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Eurasia | Christian ministry | $291,750 |
| Children's Bible Ministry | Christian ministry | $44,500 |
| Acci | Christian ministry | $26,500 |
| Individual | Christian ministry | $26,000 |
| Church of the Way | Christian ministry | $25,000 |
| East West Ministries | Christian ministry | $11,000 |
| Individual | Christian minitry | $5,000 |
| CBN | Christian ministry | $3,000 |
| Homstead College | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Individual | Christian ministry | $1,600 |
| Team | Christian ministry | $1,200 |
| Individual | Christian ministry | $1,200 |
| Mt Carmel Church | Christian ministry | $1,000 |
| Individual | Christian ministry | $500 |
| Salus Bridge Inc | Christian ministry | $500 |
| Individual | Christian ministry | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Arnold Pent
- Esther Pent
- Victoria
Questions people ask
Does Arnold and Esther Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arnold and Esther Foundation give?
$440,850 in tax year 2023, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Arnold and Esther Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Arnold Pent (President and Director), Esther Pent (Director) and Victoria (Director).
What does Arnold and Esther Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.