Kraft Foundation
Accepts applications
Kraft Foundation is a private foundation in Paradise Valley, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $828,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$828,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$10.2 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $757,500 the year before.
24% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $757,500 | 19 | $9.1 million |
| 2024 | $828,500 | 17 | $10.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kraft Foundation 7790 N 65th St, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (217) 433-9891 |
| What to submit | Written request |
| Restrictions | Christian charitable or educational organizations qualified under irc sec 501(c)(3) |
What Kraft Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $260,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $250,000 |
| Arizona | 7 | $239,000 |
| California | 2 | $30,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $30,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $9,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evangelism Explosion | Fulfilling the great commission of this generation | $250,000 |
| Pastoral Leadership Institute | Pli expansion in the united states | $150,000 |
| Phoenix Seminary | Education initiatives | $100,000 |
| Multipli | Building capacity for genesis leader and awaken training | $75,000 |
| Mentorkids USA | Tempe promise neighborhood | $65,000 |
| Arizona Urban Youth Excel | Expansion to a fifth phoenix high school | $35,000 |
| Pawprint Ministries | Expanding chaplaincy spiritual and emotional support | $35,000 |
| Stand to Reason | Partial funding of reality student apologetics conference | $20,000 |
| Timothy Lutheran Church | General fund | $20,000 |
| Lutec - Christian High School | Tuition support and building capacity | $10,000 |
| Scottsdale Bible Church | Elder's fund | $10,000 |
| Lutheran High School of Kansas City | Funding for student financial assistance | $10,000 |
| TEC21 Educational Services | Teacher training for leveraging digital innovation in the classroom | $10,000 |
| Choices Pregnancy Centers | Open for care project | $10,000 |
| Christ Lutheran Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Center for Renewing America | General operations | $9,500 |
| Chaparral Christian Church | School enrichment | $9,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Kraft
- Julie Schwalbe
- Brian Schwalbe
- David Koshinski
- Todd Moritz
- Brandon Schwalbe
Questions people ask
Does Kraft Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Kraft Foundation give?
$828,500 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Kraft Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jon Kraft (Trustee), Julie Schwalbe (Trustee), Brian Schwalbe (Trustee) and David Koshinski (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Kraft Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.