Christian Charities Foundation
Accepts applications
Christian Charities Foundation is a private foundation in Peoria, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $119,150 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $7,800. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$119,150
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$7,800
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $155,825 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $111,400 | 52 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $155,825 | 51 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $119,150 | 51 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Doug Oberlander 2216 W Altorfer Drive, Peoria, IL 61615 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (309) 453-0752 |
| What to submit | The purpose of the organization and how the funds will be used. |
| Restrictions | Religious and charitable organizations |
What Christian Charities Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 28 | $67,350 |
| Texas | 3 | $12,600 |
| Arizona | 5 | $9,200 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $5,600 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,400 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Epc | Christian ministry | $7,800 |
| Midwest Food Bank | Christian ministry | $7,800 |
| Mercury One Inc | Christian ministry | $7,400 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Christian ministry | $6,000 |
| Dream Center Peoria | Christian ministry | $4,600 |
| The Nazarene Fund | Christian ministry | $3,600 |
| Pathway Ministries | Christian ministry | $2,800 |
| Wpeo Radio | Christian ministry | $2,800 |
| Samaritans Purse | Christian ministry | $2,400 |
| Northminister Learning Center | Christian ministry | $2,250 |
| American Center for Law and Justice | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| American Family Association | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Peoria | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Capitol Ministries | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship of Illinois | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Children's Home Foundation | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Disabled American Vets | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Food for the Poor Inc | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Illinois Family Associates | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Indopartners Agency | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| International Fellowship of Christians and Jews | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Jentezen Franklin Ministries | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Madonna of the Streets Inc | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Men of Strongholds Inc | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Passions for Souls | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Peoria Christian Center | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Pre-Born | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Rustic Hope | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Shriners Children's Hospitals | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| South Side Mission | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| TCRC Inc | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Tunnels 2 Towers | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Warm Blankets Orphan Care | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Youth for Christ | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Timber Pointe Charitable Foundation | Christian ministry | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Oberlander
- Julie Paulson
- Karen Oberlander
Questions people ask
Does Christian Charities Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Christian Charities Foundation give?
$119,150 in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Christian Charities Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas Oberlander (President), Julie Paulson (Secretary/Treasurer) and Karen Oberlander (Vice-President).
What does Christian Charities Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and food and hunger.