Eight Torches Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eight Torches Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $47,500 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$47,500
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
18% 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 | $1.2 million | 12 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 12 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Eight Torches 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 Eight Torches Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $1.3 million |
| Florida | 1 | $500,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $373,000 |
| New York | 2 | $200,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $45,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Navigators | General & Unrestricted | $1.3 million |
| Lausanne Committee for World Evangelization | General & Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Wheeler Mission Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $333,000 |
| Christian Herald Assn Inc | General & Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Pulse Outreach | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Saltexchange Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Re Source Global | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Vail Bible Church | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Baseball Chapel Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| City Church for All Nations Inc | "Heart of the House" ministry | $20,000 |
| City Church for All Nations Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Ascend Vail Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- D G Elmore
- David Gant Elmore III
Questions people ask
Does Eight Torches Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eight Torches Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $47,500.
Who runs Eight Torches Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists D G Elmore (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and David Gant Elmore III (VP).
What does Eight Torches Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.