Make Disciples Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Make Disciples Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $91,051 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $6,798 and the largest $100,000. 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$91,051
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$6,798
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$13.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $146,200 the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $231,418 | 9 | $12.5 million |
| 2023 | $146,200 | 5 | $13.8 million |
| 2024 | $91,051 | 8 | $13.1 million |
How to apply
Make Disciples Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Make Disciples Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $12,052 |
| Florida | 3 | $2,799 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illuminations Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $100,000 |
| National Center on Sexual Exploitation | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $50,000 |
| USA Transform DBA United in Purpose | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $25,000 |
| Thrive America | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $12,052 |
| Liberty Christian Academy of Sarasota Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $1,543 |
| Elevatehim Ministries | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $1,200 |
| Overland Missions Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $1,000 |
| Sarasota Hope House Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the mission of the nonprofit | $256 |
Officers and trustees
- John Lemp
- Jamie Lemp
- Andrew Clark
Questions people ask
Does Make Disciples Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Make Disciples Charitable Foundation give?
$91,051 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $6,798.
Who runs Make Disciples Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Lemp (Trustee), Jamie Lemp (Trustee) and Andrew Clark (Cfo).
What does Make Disciples Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.