Blind Mission Project
Preselected recipients only
Blind Mission Project is a private foundation in Decatur, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $3,000. 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$19,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$556,752
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,650 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,939 | 22 | $416,223 |
| 2024 | $17,650 | 28 | $478,699 |
| 2025 | $19,000 | 29 | $556,752 |
How to apply
Blind Mission Project 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 Blind Mission Project funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 16 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $4,000 |
| Missouri | 3 | $3,400 |
| New York | 4 | $2,600 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Univ | Charitable | $3,000 |
| St Jude's | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Physicians Mission Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Smile Train | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Stand With Ukraine | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Charitable | $700 |
| Dove Inc | Charitable | $700 |
| Central Il Food Bank | Charitable | $500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Charitable | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $300 |
| Central A&m | Charitable | $300 |
| Leias Hope | Charitable | $300 |
| Thinkwell-Homeschool Network | Charitable | $300 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $200 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $200 |
| Baby Talk of Decatur | Charitable | $200 |
| Growing Strong Sexual Assult Center | Charitable | $200 |
| Mercy Communities | Charitable | $200 |
| Humane Society of Decatur | Charitable | $200 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | Charitable | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $200 |
| Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind | Charitable | $200 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Charitable | $200 |
| American Legion Post 570 | Charitable | $200 |
| Decatur YMCA | Charitable | $200 |
| Orbis Internationa Vision Care | Charitable | $200 |
| Adoption Center of Mo | Charitable | $200 |
| Christian County YMCA | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Sushant Sinha
- Micjael Sinha
- Soveig Johannsdotti
- Teresite Cocharn
Questions people ask
Does Blind Mission Project accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blind Mission Project give?
$19,000 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Blind Mission Project?
Its 2025 filing lists Sushant Sinha (President), Micjael Sinha (Vice Preside), Soveig Johannsdotti (Secretary) and Teresite Cocharn (Treasurer).
What does Blind Mission Project fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and international.