Arthur Jordan Foundation
The Arthur Jordan Foundation is a private foundation established on December 24, 1928, by Arthur Jordan with initial assets valued at $2,000,000. Based in Carmel, Indiana, the foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that operates as a grantmaking foundation. The foundation advances fine arts, higher education, and community development, with a particular focus on the Indianapolis area.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$19.0M
+6.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$645K
+10.5% YoY
Grant Count
51
+27.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$13K
-13.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on giving primarily for the arts and education, as well as historic landmarks. Since its inception, the Arthur Jordan Foundation has contributed over $25,000,000 to the community.
Early in its history, the foundation made grants to Butler University, the International YMCA, youth organizations such as Camp Fire Girls and Cub Scouts, and other charitable causes. Grants were suspended in 1933 and 1934 due to the Great Depression.
Grantmaking
The foundation makes annual grants to various charitable organizations in the Indianapolis area. Based on recent filings, typical grant awards range from $2,500 to $335,500.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in the Indianapolis, Indiana area and surrounding communities.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total Assets: $18,972,720
- Total Revenue: $1,219,717
- Total Expenses: $860,302
- Net Income: $359,415
- Total Liabilities: $16,600
As of December 2023:
- Total Assets: $17,888,782
- Total Revenue: $1,049,797
- Total Expenses: $808,193
The foundation's revenue is primarily derived from investment income and dividends rather than contributions.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $18,989,283 | $17,888,782 | $16,603,307 |
| Revenue | $1,219,717 | $1,049,797 | $1,128,829 |
| Expenses | $860,302 | $808,193 | $727,282 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $747,702 | $691,351 | $587,708 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,119,284 | $945,996 | $1,003,199 |
| Distributable Amount | $847,022 | $770,434 | $796,113 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
180 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Arthur Jordan Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROSEMARY DORSA | CHAIR | 1 | $4,800 |
| SAMUEL L ODLE | VICE CHAIR | 1 | $4,800 |
| GRACIA-JEAN DARLING | SECRETARY | 1 | $4,800 |
| ELAINE E BEDEL | TREASURER | 1 | $4,800 |
| DENNIS E BLAND | TRUSTEE | 1 | $4,800 |
| SARA B COBB | TRUSTEE | 1 | $4,800 |
| DANIEL LOPEZ | TRUSTEE | 1 | $4,800 |
Contact Information
- Address: 275 Medical Drive 501, Carmel, IN 46032
- Phone: (317) 635-1378 or (317) 762-8220
- Website: arthurjordanfoundation.org
- Email: vdelong@arthurjordanfoundation.org
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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