Dawning Light Ministries Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dawning Light Ministries Inc is a private foundation in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,807 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,966 and the largest $3,005. 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$13,807
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,966
- Largest grant$3,005
- Assets$59,738
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $23,072 the year before.
67% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,869 | 7 | $0 |
| 2024 | $23,072 | 8 | $0 |
| 2025 | $13,807 | 8 | $59,738 |
How to apply
Dawning Light Ministries 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $4,078 |
| California | 1 | $3,005 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,600 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,181 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,750 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $193 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dan & Rose Porter | Rent Assistance | $3,005 |
| The Gardens | Clothing and Food for Facility | $2,693 |
| Christian Aid Mission | Client Assistance | $2,600 |
| Burleson Rehab Ctr | Client Assistance | $2,181 |
| Pioneer Kaleo | Client Assistance | $1,750 |
| Individual | Client Assistance | $885 |
| Individual | Client Assistance | $500 |
| Jone Public School | Client Assistance | $193 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Gibbs
- Jeffrey Gibbs
- Jennifer Leonard
- Sue Gibbs
- Christopher Leonard
Questions people ask
Does Dawning Light Ministries Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dawning Light Ministries Inc give?
$13,807 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,966.
Who runs Dawning Light Ministries Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael J Gibbs (President), Jeffrey Gibbs (Vice President), Jennifer Leonard (Secretary) and Sue Gibbs (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.