The Arbah Foundation Inc
The Arbah Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Atlanta, Georgia. In 2024, it reported 14 grants totaling $294,008 to organizations in several states; listed recipients included education, religious, community-service, cultural, and medical organizations.
The Arbah Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Arbah Foundation Inc gave $294K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $21K), mostly in Georgia. 57% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $294,008
- -2.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- -6.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $21,001
- +4.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,665
- Total assets
- $927,899
- +11.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 57% first-time grantees (8 of 14, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Georgia (51% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Arbah Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The 2024 filing says no particular application format is specified and there are no restrictions on awards. It also says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
- Contact
Application contact: Elizabeth Davis Co The Arbah Founda
Mailing address: 1 National Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA 30336
Phone: (404) 372-4298
Email: elizabeth.davis@rndc-usa.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Arbah Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Alfred & Adele Davis Academy ($129K). Together the top 10 received $293K.
Grant Size Distribution
72 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 63 grants of 72 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Georgia (51%), Nevada (23%), the District of Columbia (17%), New York (5%), and Texas (4%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Arbah Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
57%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 14 grantees (57%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $25K; repeat grants $16K. How we count
Medians: $4K first-time, $6K repeat.
- 36% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 27% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 117% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $27K (2020) to $301K (2023). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $294K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Alfred & Adele Davis Academy Atlanta, GA | Educational | $128,800 |
| Maccabee Task Force Las Vegas, NV | Religious | $67,439 |
| Foundation for Defense of Democracies Washington, DC | Community Service | $50,000 |
| Birthright of Israel Foundation New York, NY | Cultural | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family & Career Services Atlanta, GA | Religious | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta Atlanta, GA | Religious | $6,500 |
| Longhorn Students for Israel Austin, TX | Education | $6,330 |
| University of Texas Austin, TX | Education | $5,000 |
| Jewish Education Loan Fund Sandy Springs, GA | Educational | $2,500 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Rye Brook, NY | Medical | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $927,899 | $976,934 | $314,083 | $294,008 | 14 | $294,008 | $338,324 | $251,866 |
| 2023 | $835,782 | $266,138 | $312,333 | $300,695 | 15 | $300,695 | $254,667 | $182,147 |
| 2022 | $881,977 | $101,591 | $298,383 | $289,179 | 18 | $289,179 | $98,158 | $194,095 |
| 2021 | $1,078,769 | $804,576 | $233,138 | $230,949 | 18 | $230,949 | $185,708 | $161,057 |
| 2020 | $507,331 | $195,761 | $27,350 | $26,732 | 7 | — | $42,390 | $61,294 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Arbah Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $252K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants included awards designated for educational, religious, community-service, cultural, and medical purposes.
Among its grantees, Shepherd Center describes its primary purpose as providing acute and rehabilitative hospital care for people with spinal cord injuries, acquired brain injuries, multiple sclerosis, and other neuromuscular and neurological conditions. Leveling the Playing Field says it donates used and excess sporting equipment to programs and schools serving low-income communities so more children can participate in youth sports. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own missions.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 14 grants totaling $294,008. Grant amounts ranged from $50 to $128,800, with a median of $5,665.
The largest awards included $128,800 to The Alfred & Adele Davis Academy for educational purposes; $67,439 to Maccabee Task Force for religious purposes; and $50,000 to the Foundation for Defense of Democracies for community service. Other listed grants included $15,000 to Birthright of Israel Foundation, $10,000 to Jewish Family & Career Services, $6,500 to Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, $6,330 to Longhorn Students for Israel, and $5,000 to the University of Texas. Shepherd Center received $1,000, and Leveling the Playing Field received $50.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Elizabeth Davis is listed as president on the 2024 filing.
The Arbah Foundation Inc is led by Elizabeth Davis, President on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Elizabeth Davis
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Arbah Foundation Inc
How much does The Arbah Foundation Inc give each year?
The Arbah Foundation Inc gave $294K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $301K across 15 grants.
What is The Arbah Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Arbah Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $5,665, and its average grant was $21,001, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Arbah Foundation Inc that year got $25K on average.
Where does The Arbah Foundation Inc give grants?
The Arbah Foundation Inc gives mostly in Georgia: 51% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Nevada (23%) and District of Columbia (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (5 grants), Austin, TX (3 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does The Arbah Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on The Arbah Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Religious" (4 grants) and "Educational" (3 grants).
Who are The Arbah Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Arbah Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include The Alfred & Adele Davis Academy ($128,800), Maccabee Task Force ($67,439) and Foundation for Defense of Democracies ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 84% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Arbah Foundation Inc?
The Arbah Foundation Inc reported $928K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $294K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $252K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Arbah Foundation Inc fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants included awards designated for educational, religious, community-service, cultural, and medical purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Arbah Foundation Inc?
The 2024 filing says no particular application format is specified and there are no restrictions on awards. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Arbah Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Arbah Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3971907. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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