Arkell Hall Foundation

Annual Giving
$2.5M

Arkell Hall Foundation

Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: $2,500,000
  • Success Rate: Not available
  • Decision Time: Not specified
  • Grant Range: Not specified
  • Geographic Focus: Canajoharie, NY and central Mohawk Valley

Contact Details

  • Website: www.arkell.org
  • Phone: 518-673-5417
  • Email: Not available
  • Address: 68 Front Street, Canajoharie, NY 13317

Overview

Founded in 1940 by benefactor Ms. Bertelle Arkell Barbour and granted tax-exempt status in 1961, the Arkell Hall Foundation serves New York's central Mohawk Valley with total assets of $83.9 million. The foundation operates as both a direct service provider through its adult care facility and senior programs, and as a grant-making organization supporting community initiatives. With annual charitable disbursements of approximately $2.5 million, the foundation dedicates roughly $640,000 to external grants while investing the majority in operating its own senior living and community facilities.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

  • Community Impact Grants: Amount unspecified (grants for programs directly impacting Canajoharie community)
  • Funding availability dependent on financial conditions

Priority Areas

  • Programs of importance that directly impact the Canajoharie community
  • Senior services and support
  • Community facilities and programs

What They Don't Fund

Not specified in available documentation

Governance and Leadership

Key Personnel:

  • Joseph Santangelo - President
  • Jennifer Jones - Hall Director
  • Melanie Shibley - Business Administrator

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

The foundation maintains a grant program but does not provide public details about the application process on their website. Interested organizations must contact the foundation directly at 518-673-5417 for grant guidelines and application procedures.

Decision Timeline

Not publicly specified

Success Rates

Not available

Reapplication Policy

Not specified

Application Success Factors

Based on the foundation's stated priorities:

  • Projects must directly impact the Canajoharie community
  • Alignment with foundation's focus on senior services and community programs may be advantageous
  • Grant availability depends on the foundation's financial conditions

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

  • Hyperlocal focus: Foundation exclusively funds programs impacting Canajoharie and immediate surrounding area
  • Direct contact required: No public application process means relationship building through phone contact is essential
  • Dual role: Foundation operates both as direct service provider and grant maker
  • Senior focus: Given foundation's significant investment in senior facilities and programs, projects benefiting older adults may align well
  • Financial conditions impact availability: Grant funding is explicitly contingent on foundation's financial performance

References

  • Arkell Hall Foundation Official Website (www.arkell.org) - Accessed December 2024
  • ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - Arkell Foundation Inc Profile (EIN: 14-1343077) - Accessed December 2024
  • GuideStar Profile - Arkell Foundation Inc (EIN: 14-1343077) - Accessed December 2024
  • Cause IQ Organization Profile - Arkell Foundation Inc - Accessed December 2024