Barnabas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Barnabas Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $219,364 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$219,364
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,500
- Assets$303,965
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $209,828 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $209,828 | 13 | $402,757 |
| 2024 | $219,364 | 13 | $303,965 |
How to apply
Barnabas 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 Barnabas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $204,364 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Waco Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Collaborative Inc | General & Unrestricted | $60,500 |
| Baylor University | Barnabas Endowed Fund for Biblical Financial Awareness, Stewardship and Generosity in the Hankamer School of Business | $25,000 |
| Baylor University | Barnabas Endowed Mission Fund in the Louise Herrington School of Nursing | $25,000 |
| Young Life | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Familypoint Resources | transportation fund for Camp OTX summer 2024 | $17,000 |
| Vertical Ministries | Charitable Event | $15,000 |
| Buckner Children and Family Services Inc | Buckner Houston FUND | $10,000 |
| Denison Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Eyes on Me | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Global Partners in Hope | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Family Legacy Missions International | Anita Jones Child Sponsorships FUND | $6,864 |
| 21 Wilberforce Global Freedom Center | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Houston Responds | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anita Jones
- Lee Anna Lackey
- R Brandon Lackey
- Jimmy Winters
- Leisa Winters
Questions people ask
Does Barnabas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barnabas Foundation give?
$219,364 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Barnabas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anita Jones (Dir), Lee Anna Lackey (Sec, VP, Dir), R Brandon Lackey (Dir, Pres) and Jimmy Winters (Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Barnabas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.