Lasting Hope Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lasting Hope Inc is a private foundation in Kennesaw, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $115,750 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $79,000. 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$115,750
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$79,000
- Assets$14,024
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $89,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $74,350 | 10 | $188,607 |
| 2024 | $89,000 | 12 | $230,707 |
| 2025 | $115,750 | 16 | $14,024 |
How to apply
Lasting Hope 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 Lasting Hope Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 8 | $95,200 |
| Montana | 1 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,850 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,600 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,200 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Passion City Church | To support christian missionaries | $79,000 |
| The Table on Delk | To support those in need on delk rd | $4,000 |
| Fresh Life Chruch | To support christian missionaries | $4,000 |
| Ambassadors for Christ | To support christian missionaries | $3,900 |
| Twelve 21 Global | To support christian missionaries | $3,850 |
| International Assoc for Refugees | To support forcibly displaced people | $3,200 |
| Youth With A Mission | To support christian missionaries | $2,600 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | To support fca vision and mission | $2,500 |
| Turningpoint | To support christian missionairy | $2,500 |
| Pioneers | To support christian missionaires | $2,400 |
| Devereuxabhg | To support devereux mission & servic | $2,000 |
| The Pregnancy Center | To support resource for women | $2,000 |
| Mission to Japan | To support share the gospel in japan | $1,200 |
| Angela's Voice | Support health & wellnes of children | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | To support t2t mission | $900 |
| Wounded Warrior | To support ww mission | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul M Crafton
- Cathy Crafton
Questions people ask
Does Lasting Hope Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lasting Hope Inc give?
$115,750 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Lasting Hope Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul M Crafton (Director) and Cathy Crafton (Director).
What does Lasting Hope Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.