The Christian Missionary Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Christian Missionary Fund is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $782,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $466,000. 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$782,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$466,000
- Assets$21.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $806,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $806,000 | 4 | $18.2 million |
| 2024 | $782,500 | 5 | $21.7 million |
How to apply
The Christian Missionary Fund 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 The Christian Missionary Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $467,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $145,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $90,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $80,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Great Commission Foundation of Campus Crusade | Heaven's Treasures Fund | $466,000 |
| Horizon Community Church | Kingdom Builders fund | $145,500 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Heaven's Treasures Fund | $90,000 |
| Christian Aid Mission | Slovakia evangelism and refugee compassion; Turkiye - Muslims & Alevetes - Provide basic needs of refugees and IDPs (1 ministry);Jordan School for Iraqi Refugee Children; Reaching UPG in Indonesia church planting teams; Provide for the Persecuted in Burma (1 ministry) | $80,000 |
| The Great Commission Foundation of Campus Crusade | Heaven's Treasures Fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sterling L Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Christian Missionary Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Christian Missionary Fund give?
$782,500 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs The Christian Missionary Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Sterling L Smith (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does The Christian Missionary Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.