Faith of A Child Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Faith of A Child Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Ynez, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $769,744 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $767,542. 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$769,744
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$767,542
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $372,488 the year before.
20% 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 | $195,554 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $372,488 | 9 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $769,744 | 6 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Faith of A Child 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 Faith of A Child Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $767,542 |
| California | 3 | $1,334 |
| Colorado | 1 | $584 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $284 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sonrise Ministries | Sponsoring children hospital building project computer lab upgrade | $767,542 |
| Compassion International | Sponsoring child in Uganda | $584 |
| Nataline Sarkisyan Foundation | Toy drive for Childrens Hospital of LA | $501 |
| Individual | Funds to buys supplies for Palisades fire victims. | $500 |
| Valley Christian Fellowship | church donation | $333 |
| Samaritans Purse | Shoebox items for Christmas | $284 |
Officers and trustees
- Doris Madden
- Joseph Madden
Questions people ask
Does Faith of A Child Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Faith of A Child Foundation give?
$769,744 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Faith of A Child Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Doris Madden (President) and Joseph Madden (Secretary Treasurer).
What does Faith of A Child Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.