Deus Spes Mea Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Deus Spes Mea Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $7.5 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $1.5 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$7.5 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$21.4 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4.1 million the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $5.1 million | 52 | $28.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.1 million | 27 | $26.5 million |
| 2025 | $7.5 million | 51 | $21.4 million |
How to apply
Deus Spes Mea Foundation 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 Deus Spes Mea Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $2.9 million |
| Texas | 6 | $1.1 million |
| Tennessee | 7 | $795,000 |
| Georgia | 5 | $695,000 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $580,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $505,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $300,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $205,000 |
| California | 2 | $130,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $110,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Living Hope Haiti Christian Mission | General use | $1.5 million |
| Walk Thru Bible | General use | $510,000 |
| Samaritans Pruse | General use | $455,000 |
| World Missions Today | General use | $325,000 |
| Evantell Inc | General use | $300,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | General use | $270,000 |
| World Vision | General use | $205,000 |
| Compassion International | General use | $200,000 |
| Dallas Bible Church | General use | $200,000 |
| Grace Church - Pelham Road Campus | General use | $200,000 |
| Harborside Christian Church | General use | $200,000 |
| Salvation Army Nashville | General use | $200,000 |
| The Salvation Army of North Texas | General use | $200,000 |
| Tennesse Children's Homes | General use | $190,000 |
| For the Nations Refugee | General use | $160,000 |
| Missionary Ventures | General use | $150,000 |
| The Salvation Army - Clearwater FL | General use | $150,000 |
| Hope Heals Ministries | General use | $135,000 |
| Riverside House | General use | $135,000 |
| Ourcalling | General use | $125,000 |
| International Justice Mission | General use | $110,000 |
| Love Does Ministries | General use | $110,000 |
| Nashville Rescue Mission | General use | $110,000 |
| Fla Baptist Childrens Homes | General use | $100,000 |
| Holston Home United Meth Home for C | General use | $100,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | General use | $90,000 |
| Shower Up Nashville | General use | $80,000 |
| Entrust | General use | $70,000 |
| Tennessee Baptist Children Home | General use | $70,000 |
| Youth for Christ Indian River Count | General use | $70,000 |
| Beyond Ordinary Women Ministries | General use | $60,000 |
| City of Refug Atlanta | General use | $60,000 |
| Finishing Well Ministries | General use | $60,000 |
| Food for the Poor | General use | $60,000 |
| Young Life Columbia | General use | $55,000 |
| Christian Missionary Fellowship | General use | $50,000 |
| Fla United Methodist | General use | $50,000 |
| Ipc Foundation | General use | $45,000 |
| Love Is Ministry | General use | $45,000 |
| The Lionette Legacy Foundation | General use | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Calvin Babcock
- Evelyn Babcock
- Lisa Taylor
- Mary Anne Babcock
Questions people ask
Does Deus Spes Mea Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Deus Spes Mea Foundation Inc give?
$7.5 million in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs Deus Spes Mea Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Calvin Babcock (Director), Evelyn Babcock (Director), Lisa Taylor (Director) and Mary Anne Babcock (Director).
What does Deus Spes Mea Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and human services.