Epaphroditus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Epaphroditus Foundation is a private foundation in Elgin, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $464,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $17,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$464,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$17,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was down from $513,000 the year before.
32% 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 | $455,000 | 26 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $513,000 | 23 | $9.9 million |
| 2025 | $464,000 | 27 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Epaphroditus 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.
What Epaphroditus Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $17,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $213,400 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $54,500 |
| Michigan | 2 | $41,100 |
| Florida | 3 | $27,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $22,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $17,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $17,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $17,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $17,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Team | Karanda mission hospital | $80,000 |
| By the Hand Club for Kids | To support the organizations civic activities. | $24,500 |
| Hope Academy | Day sponsorship program | $22,000 |
| Global Christian Forum Foundation | Mission for christian unity | $21,600 |
| Convenant Harbor Bible Camp | Support intern program | $19,500 |
| Covenant Point Bible Camp | To support the organization's religious activities. | $19,500 |
| Individual | To support organization's mission | $19,500 |
| Bangladesh Youth First Concerns | Rehab for narcotic drug attiction | $17,500 |
| Lake Geneva Youth Camp | Conference point building fund | $17,500 |
| Individual | Chapel project | $17,500 |
| International Generosity Foundation | Beersheba school project in senegal | $17,500 |
| Dreems Indeed international | Publish teacher manuals & bible illustrations | $17,000 |
| North Park Theological Seminary | Chicago food depository | $17,000 |
| Daystar US | To support the organization's civic activities. | $17,000 |
| Individual | To support organization's humanitarian activities. | $17,000 |
| Individual | To support the organization's civic activities. | $17,000 |
| Individual | Support against human trafficking | $17,000 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries | Interim housing for homeless adults | $15,000 |
| Outreach Community Ministries Inc | Transitional shelter program | $15,000 |
| World Relief Chicagoland | To support the organization's humanitarian efforts | $15,000 |
| Seraj Library Project | Support for libraries in palestinian communities | $15,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Mi | To support the organization's civic efforts | $5,000 |
| Bethany Covenant Church | General support for church activities | $5,000 |
| Echo Inc | Teaching sustainable agriculture | $5,000 |
| Helping Hands Ministry | Education in kenya | $5,000 |
| Soujourners | Support for christian magazine promoting social justice | $5,000 |
| Queen of All Saints Youth Ministry | Food pantry and soup kitchen support | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Johnson
- Jeff Johnson
- Gary Gundersen
- Wes Granberg-Michaelson
- JK Granberg-Michaelson
- Jeanne Lunden
- Ronald Michaelson
- Gayle Dougherty
- David Heidlauf
- Lynn Worster
Questions people ask
Does Epaphroditus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Epaphroditus Foundation give?
$464,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $17,000.
Who runs Epaphroditus Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Johnson (Director), Jeff Johnson (Director), Gary Gundersen (Treasurer) and Wes Granberg-Michaelson (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Epaphroditus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.