Matthew Six Ten Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Matthew Six Ten Foundation is a private foundation in Wheaton, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $554,830 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$554,830
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $494,394 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $494,394 | 39 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $554,830 | 32 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Matthew Six Ten 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 Matthew Six Ten Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $362,550 |
| Oregon | 1 | $35,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $35,000 |
| Colorado | 6 | $32,066 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $20,225 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $9,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Bible Chapel | General | $200,000 |
| Clapham School | General | $50,000 |
| Liberti Fishtown Church | General | $35,000 |
| Luis Palau Association | General | $35,000 |
| Entrusted Ministries | General | $25,000 |
| Wheaton Academy | General | $24,000 |
| Outreach Community Ministries | General | $20,200 |
| Wheaton Christian Grammar School | General | $20,000 |
| CureOrg | General | $20,000 |
| Decision Point | General | $20,000 |
| Young Life Colorado | General | $15,000 |
| Potters House | General | $10,225 |
| By the Hand | General | $10,000 |
| Christ's Evangelical Mission | General | $10,000 |
| English Language Institute | General | $10,000 |
| University of the Nations Kona | General | $10,000 |
| King University | General | $10,000 |
| Christian Health Service Corp | General | $5,000 |
| Vision of Community Fellowship | General | $5,000 |
| STARS Family Services | General | $5,000 |
| We Find In Love | General | $4,500 |
| Illinois PGA Foundation | General | $3,600 |
| Moody Bible Institute | General | $2,500 |
| GO Club Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| The Navigators | General | $1,000 |
| Compassion International | General | $566 |
| Cosley Zoo | General | $500 |
| Redeemer Presbyterian | General | $500 |
| Emmanne Ministries | General | $500 |
| Missionary Athletes Intl | General | $250 |
| Ligonier Ministries | General | $250 |
| Naples Zoo | General | $239 |
Officers and trustees
- John Southard Jr
- Julie Southard
- Kathy Meyer
Questions people ask
Does Matthew Six Ten Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matthew Six Ten Foundation give?
$554,830 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Matthew Six Ten Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Southard Jr (President), Julie Southard (Secretary) and Kathy Meyer (Treasurer).
What does Matthew Six Ten Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and animals.