Christian Self-Help Inc
Preselected recipients only
Christian Self-Help Inc is a private foundation in Niceville, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $22,364 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$22,364
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2024 was up from $17,397 the year before.
85% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $18,000 | 4 | $5.9 million |
| 2023 | $17,397 | 13 | $7,308 |
| 2024 | $22,364 | 20 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Christian Self-Help 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.
What Christian Self-Help Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Tennessee. It also paid $2,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 7 | $8,000 |
| South Carolina | 4 | $4,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $2,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FWB International College Missions | Evangelism and outreach | $2,000 |
| Caribbean Christian CT for the Deaf | Evangelism and outreach | $2,000 |
| International Solid Rock Inc | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Hawthorne Gospel Church | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Rock International | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| FWB International Missions Eteam | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Africa Freedom Mission | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Greene Young Life | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Care | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Cedar Creek Baptist | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Central Ballet Theatre | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Nobel Collective | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Penuel Baptist Church | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Mission of Hope | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| 5 Stones Church | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Freshlife Church | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| First Baptist Church Spartanburg | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Philly District NM1 | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Lords Jubilee Christian School | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
| Hope Through Him | Evangelism and outreach | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ray W Rowney Jr
- Richard McKinney
- Ricky Shelton
- Joetta Shelton
- Mary Alice Minnema
- Dom Donnelly
- Sandi Blalock
- Paul Rowney
Questions people ask
Does Christian Self-Help Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christian Self-Help Inc give?
$22,364 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Christian Self-Help Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ray W Rowney Jr (Trustee), Richard McKinney (Chairman), Ricky Shelton (Vice-President) and Joetta Shelton (Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Christian Self-Help Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.