Christian Development Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Christian Development Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Solana Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $151,710 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $36,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$151,710
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$500,434
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $253,080 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $253,643 | 23 | $356,177 |
| 2024 | $253,080 | 20 | $372,118 |
| 2025 | $151,710 | 19 | $500,434 |
How to apply
Christian Development Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Christian Development Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $106,510 |
| Maine | 1 | $14,800 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $14,400 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $3,600 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,400 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Gathering | General fund | $36,000 |
| Hope Start International | General fund | $24,000 |
| Communities International | General fund | $14,800 |
| One Love Ministries Kaka'ako | General fund | $14,400 |
| Caps Pregnancy Services | General fund | $12,500 |
| Sonshine Haven | General fund | $12,000 |
| East County Transitional Living Center | General fund | $8,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General fund | $5,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | General fund | $3,000 |
| Celebration Center | General fund | $3,000 |
| Leadership Foundation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Lead to Serve | General fund | $2,500 |
| Sudan Scholarship Fund | Scholarship fund | $2,410 |
| Eteam Global | General fund | $2,400 |
| Young Life | General fund | $2,400 |
| Living Stones | General fund | $2,200 |
| Family Shelter of Bitterroot | General fund | $2,000 |
| Mission Trails Church | General fund | $1,500 |
| The Navigators | General fund | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- William P Tschantz
- Janet A Tschantz
Questions people ask
Does Christian Development Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christian Development Foundation Inc give?
$151,710 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Christian Development Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William P Tschantz (Director) and Janet A Tschantz (Director).
What does Christian Development Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and housing and homelessness.