El Roi Foundation
Preselected recipients only
El Roi Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $480,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $36,000 and the largest $192,000. 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$480,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$36,000
- Largest grant$192,000
- Assets$12.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $502,000 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $636,000 | 8 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $502,000 | 8 | $11.5 million |
| 2025 | $480,000 | 9 | $12.1 million |
How to apply
El Roi Foundation 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 El Roi Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $394,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $57,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $29,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Sheepfold | Housing and training for abused women in jesus' name | $192,000 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Assistance to the homeless in the name of christ | $76,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Disaster aid, medical care in jesus' name | $57,000 |
| Ninos de la Luz | Provide a safe environment and education to homeless children in jesus' name | $48,000 |
| Harvest Ministries | To bring christians closer to god and bring nonbelievers to a saving relationship with him | $36,000 |
| Future Forward for Haiti | Works to improve the education and well-being of children and their families in haiti | $29,000 |
| Thru the Bible | To bring the whole word to the whole world | $19,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Ministries | To provide wheelchairs at no cost to people with disabilities living in developing nations | $16,000 |
| Wheels for the World | To bring practical help and gospel hope to people with disabilities | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherry O'Neil
- Tim O'Neil
Questions people ask
Does El Roi Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does El Roi Foundation give?
$480,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $36,000.
Who runs El Roi Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sherry O'Neil (President/As Required) and Tim O'Neil (Director/As Required).
What does El Roi Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, faith communities and human services.