Fred and Christine Armstrong Foundation
Historical FunderTucson, Arizona · EIN 86-0779817 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$452K
Organizations funded43
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$8.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,000 and $13,800.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | KAREN K FREY |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 12867, TUCSON AZ 85732 |
| Phone | 5202755172 |
| Form and materials | SPECIFIC AMOUNT REQUESTED, INTENDED USE OF THE GRANT, CURRENT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, CURRENT BUDGET, EXEMPTION LETTER, AND ANY OTHER PERTINENT DATA. |
| Deadlines | MARCH 1 OF EACH YEAR. |
| Restrictions | NONE, EXCEPT THAT CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE CHARITIES FUNDED BY THE ARMSTRONG FAMILY IN THE PAST. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
13% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's in the Desert Inc | Tucson, AZ | Senior housing for low income elderly | $25,000 |
| University of Az Foundationarthritis Research Program | Tucson, AZ | Arthritis research, treatment | $22,800 |
| Community Food Bank Inc | Tucson, AZ | Food assistance for the hungry in pima county | $20,000 |
| Mobile Meals of Tucson Inc | Tucson, AZ | Deliver special diet meals to homebound | $20,000 |
| Youth on Their Own (Yoto) | Tucson, AZ | Dropout prevention, youth ages 8-22, homeless/near homeless | $18,000 |
| Community Home Repair Projects of Arizona | Tucson, AZ | Assist disadvantaged of pima county by providing free home repair service | $15,000 |
| Our Family Services Inc New Beginnings Program | Tucson, AZ | Various services for homeless families | $15,000 |
| Primavera Foundation Inc | Tucson, AZ | Programs and services for homeless and impoverished | $15,000 |
| Tucson Symphony Society | Tucson, AZ | Provide music appreciation to the community | $15,000 |
| Arizona's Children Association | Tucson, AZ | Assist needy children and families | $14,800 |
| American National Red Cross Southern Arizona Chapter | Tucson, AZ | Local disaster services for children and families | $13,800 |
| Casa de Los Ninos Inc | Tucson, AZ | Child abuse/neglect prevention-family stability promotion | $12,000 |
| Tu Niditio Children & Family Services | Tucson, AZ | Support for seriously ill and grieving children | $12,000 |
| Beads of Courage | Tucson, AZ | Provide programs for children coping with serious illness | $10,000 |
| Casa of Harrison County | Marshall, TX | To find a safe and permanent home for abused and neglected children | $10,000 |
| Courtney's Courage | Tucson, AZ | Support financial needs for pediatric cancer patients and families | $10,000 |
| Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona | Tucson, AZ | Provide diapers for needy children and adults | $10,000 |
| Gospel Rescue Mission | Tucson, AZ | Provide food, shelter and help programs to the homeless | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Sothern Arizona | Tucson, AZ | Provide animals at convalescent homes, hospices, etc | $10,000 |
| Marshall Symphony Society | Marshall, TX | Provide music appreciation to the community | $10,000 |
| Springboard Home Dba Teen Challenge | Tucson, AZ | Teen recovery program | $10,000 |
| Square & Compass Children's Clinic | Tucson, AZ | Assist low income children's medical needs | $10,000 |
| Candelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Southern Az | Tucson, AZ | Provide multiple needs to low income families, children affected by cancer | $9,800 |
| Educational Enrichment Foundation | Tucson, AZ | Direct student support for low income programming | $9,800 |
| Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum | Tucson, AZ | Education of sonoran desert wildlife, flora, and sealife | $9,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson | Tucson, AZ | Youth mentoring program | $9,000 |
| Tucson Children's Museum Inc | Tucson, AZ | Education and activities for low income children | $9,000 |
| Interfaith Community Services | Tucson, AZ | Provide transportation to seniors and convalescing adults | $8,000 |
| Marshall Regional Arts Council | Marshall, TX | Provide art appreciation to the community | $8,000 |
| Therapeutic Riding of Tucson (Trot) | Tucson, AZ | Provide equine activities for disabled children | $7,500 |
| Ballet Arts Foundation | Tucson, AZ | Educate, support, and advance the art of dance | $7,000 |
| Catalina High School Foundation | Tucson, AZ | Provide needed school resources for library and business school | $7,000 |
| Izi Azi Foundation Felicia's Farm | Tucson, AZ | Provide produce and eggs to casa maria soup kitchen for low income and homeless | $7,000 |
| Arizona Opera Company | Phoenix, AZ | Provide music appreciation to the community | $6,800 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Tucson | Tucson, AZ | Club house music program | $6,000 |
| Literacy Connects | Tucson, AZ | Support programs for literacy improvement in low-income youth | $6,000 |
| Handi-Dogs Inc | Tucson, AZ | Teach disabled to train assistance dogs | $5,800 |
| Harrison County Historical Society Inc | Marshall, TX | Preserve historic harrison county texas history | $5,800 |
| Imago Dei Middle School | Tucson, AZ | Support for boys to men and glow, idle school mentoring program | $5,000 |
| Project String Power Inc | Carthage, TX | Providing music opportunities for youth and adults | $5,000 |
| Marshall Depot Inc | Marshall, TX | Preserve historic texas and pacific railway depot museum | $4,800 |
| Sonoran Art Foundation Inc | Tucson, AZ | Provide art classes and summer camps to disadvantaged children | $3,800 |
| Angel Heart Pajama Project | Tucson, AZ | Provide needy children with pajamas and books to foster literacy | $3,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $452,000 | 43 |
| 2023 | $450,000 | 44 |
| 2022 | $450,000 | 40 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611289349102271
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-0779817
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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