Tru Needs Inc
Preselected recipients only
Tru Needs Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $275,000 and the largest $450,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$275,000
- Largest grant$450,000
- Assets$542,858
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $400,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $400,000 | 2 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 6 | $542,858 |
How to apply
Tru Needs Inc 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 Tru Needs Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $450,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $300,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $300,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lifenet | General support | $450,000 |
| Heart for Lebanon | General support | $300,000 |
| One Way Ministries | General support | $300,000 |
| Cure International | General support | $250,000 |
| Chosen People Ministries | General support | $100,000 |
| Washington Evangelical Free Church | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Adams
- Meredith Adams
- Laura Adams
Questions people ask
Does Tru Needs Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tru Needs Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $275,000.
Who runs Tru Needs Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas Adams (President), Meredith Adams (Director) and Laura Adams (Director).
What does Tru Needs Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.