Malachi 3 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Malachi 3 Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $57,500 and the largest $1.8 million. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$57,500
- Largest grant$1.8 million
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
0% 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 | $1.5 million | 4 | $866,112 |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 5 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 4 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Malachi 3 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 Malachi 3 Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $2.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Foundation | Program support | $1.8 million |
| Mariners Church | General | $105,000 |
| Agriculture Leadership Foundation | Support program | $10,000 |
| The Master's Program | Support program | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Circle
- Jan Circle
- Brendan Circle
- Leah Dodge
- Kathleen Houssels
- Janice Munemitsu
- Jenna Nardella
- Mani Khy
Questions people ask
Does Malachi 3 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Malachi 3 Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $57,500.
Who runs Malachi 3 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas Circle (President/Di), Jan Circle (Vice Pres./D), Brendan Circle (Treasurer/Di) and Leah Dodge (Secretary/Di) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Malachi 3 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.