Praise Him Ministries Inc
Accepts applications
Praise Him Ministries Inc is a private foundation in Ridgway, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $234,562 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $60,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$234,562
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $239,823 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $141,191 | 12 | $5.0 million |
| 2023 | $239,823 | 18 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $234,562 | 19 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jorge Hernandez 130 Redcliff Drive, Ridgway, CO 81432 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (970) 626-5243, manager@praisehimministries.org |
| What to submit | In writing |
| Restrictions | Christian ministries, churches and / or other qualified charitable non-profit organizations whose mission statement(s) and goals do not conflict with praise him ministries' christian beliefs. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Praise Him Ministries Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $116,250 |
| Colorado | 15 | $113,312 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Christian University | See attached stmt 22 | $60,000 |
| Laughter for All | See attached stmt 22 | $60,000 |
| Cambria Calvary Chapel | See attached stmt 22 | $55,000 |
| Ridgway Mountain View Fellowship Church | See attached stmt 22 | $17,460 |
| Adult & Teen Challenge Ministries 180 | See attached stmt 22 | $5,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | See attached stmt 22 | $5,000 |
| Delta Pregnancy Resource Center | See attached stmt 22 | $5,000 |
| Dolphin House Child Advocacy Center | See attached stmt 22 | $5,000 |
| Life Choices Family Resource Center | See attached stmt 22 | $5,000 |
| The Joseph Center | See attached stmt 22 | $3,000 |
| Montrose Calvary Chapel | See attached stmt 22 | $3,000 |
| Montrose Community Foundation Angle Tree (At Cobble Creek) | See attached stmt 22 | $2,370 |
| Association of Montrose Churches | See attached stmt 22 | $2,203 |
| Antora Youth Ranch | See attached stmt 22 | $2,000 |
| Compassion International Ministry | See attached stmt 22 | $1,890 |
| Great Comission Alliance | See attached stmt 22 | $1,250 |
| Montrose Calvary Chapel (Heidi St John Inc) | See attached stmt 22 | $1,000 |
| Olathe & Montrose High School Archery Team | See attached stmt 22 | $250 |
| Dolphin House Child Advocacy Center | See attached stmt 22 | $139 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Reagor
- Matthew Dragoun
- Jorge Hernandez
- Nazareth Rizkallah
Questions people ask
Does Praise Him Ministries Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Praise Him Ministries Inc give?
$234,562 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Praise Him Ministries Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Reagor (Director), Matthew Dragoun (Board Member), Jorge Hernandez (Executive Di) and Nazareth Rizkallah (Board Member).
What does Praise Him Ministries Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.