Canyon Institute
Accepts applications
Canyon Institute is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $347,885. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.6 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$347,885
- Assets$41.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.5 million | 35 | $36.9 million |
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 38 | $39.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 39 | $41.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Apply Online at Httpscanyoninstitut 3101 N Central Ave Ste 1490, Phoenix, AZ 85012 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (602) 277-5751 |
| What to submit | Apply online at https://canyoninstitutearizona.org/scholarship-applications/az note: canyon institute may extend any deadlines if all budgeted amounts cannot be awarded. In cases where canyon institute does not receive enough applications that satisfy the above criteria, the board may expand criteria (e.g. Accept lower gpa) |
| Deadlines | May 31st. See our website for specific information. |
| Restrictions | The Arizona resident scholarship program supports Arizona residents seeking christian higher education in the western united states. The requirements: 1. Approved christian school - you must be enrolled at a pre-approved christian college or university [the approved universities were: azusa pacific university, California baptist university, concordia university - irvine, ca, pepperdine university, point loma nazarene university, seattle pacific university, westmont college, and whitworth university] 2. Full-time - you must be enrolled in at least 12 semester hours at the time you receive the scholarship. 3. You must be taking your classes on campus. Online students are not eligible. 4. Gpa - you must maintain a 3.0 gpa on a 4.0 scale. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Canyon Institute funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 11 | $1.0 million |
| Texas | 2 | $269,400 |
| New York | 1 | $70,000 |
| California | 21 | $63,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $62,600 |
| Alabama | 1 | $60,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,320 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon University | Canyon rising scholarship program and gcu endowed scholarship grant | $347,885 |
| Guidestone Financial Resources | Mission:dignity ministry - support for retired pastors and widows | $200,000 |
| Christian Challenge Az | Campus ministry needs | $118,000 |
| Northrise University Initiative | One student scholarships | $100,000 |
| Orchard Africa | Impact centers - ministry and care support | $80,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Summer camp & gcu ministries | $80,000 |
| Episcopal Relief & Development | Honduras micro-finance | $70,000 |
| 25 Project Inc | Facility improvements and global leadership summit | $69,400 |
| International Mission Board of the SBC | Thailand bangkla ministry | $62,600 |
| Missions of Hope International | Computer labs for schools, kenya | $60,000 |
| Filter of Hope Inc | Unreached people groups living water program (upg living water program) | $60,000 |
| Mercy House Initiative | Woman of mercy program | $50,000 |
| Heartfire Missions Inc | Missions support | $50,000 |
| Goten Inc | Empowering refugee youth through education program | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Emergency family shelter program | $50,000 |
| Disciple Nations Alliance | The kingdomizer training program | $50,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Arizona resident scholarship | $3,000 |
| Bethesda Foundation | In-kind grant - parcel of land for general operations | $1,320 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Rochelle
- Steve Hayes
- Eric Cook
- William Brotherton JD
- Kimberly Tobey
- Brian Middleton
- Lori Horn Bustamante
- Chris Stull
- Jeff Pettett
- Mitchell C Laird
- Jon Althouse
Questions people ask
Does Canyon Institute accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: May 31st. See our website for specific information..
How much does Canyon Institute give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Canyon Institute?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Rochelle (Trustee/Chair (To 5/17/25)), Steve Hayes (Trustee/Vice Chair), Eric Cook (Trustee/Sec/Treasurer) and William Brotherton JD (Trustee) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Canyon Institute fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.