Living Water Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Living Water Foundation is a private foundation in Normal, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $103,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$103,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $83,000 | 2 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $78,500 | 2 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $103,500 | 3 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Living Water 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 Living Water Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $53,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midwest Food Bank - Texas | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Midwest Foodbank - Haiti Division | Food packaging program for distribution in haiti | $50,000 |
| Tinervin Foundation | The tinervin family foundation is dedicated to positively impacting underserved families in our community by supporting programming opportunities and increasing access to resources through intentional partnerships focused on improving quality of life. | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph Endress
- Elsa Endress
- Ashley Netzer
- Andrew Netzer
Questions people ask
Does Living Water Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Living Water Foundation give?
$103,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Living Water Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ralph Endress (President), Elsa Endress (Vice President), Ashley Netzer (Secretary) and Andrew Netzer (Treasurer).
What does Living Water Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, international and human services.