Steps Inc
Preselected recipients only
Steps Inc is a private foundation in Winchester, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,700 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $4,000. 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$10,700
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$691,101
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8,895 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $4,685 | 11 | $681,369 |
| 2023 | $8,585 | 10 | $621,461 |
| 2024 | $8,895 | 13 | $609,705 |
| 2025 | $10,700 | 15 | $691,101 |
How to apply
Steps 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 Steps Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 7 | $5,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,950 |
| Texas | 2 | $750 |
| Washington | 1 | $200 |
| Florida | 2 | $150 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Randolph Friends | Steps - ridgeville | $4,000 |
| True Life Chruch | General | $3,950 |
| Charles & Judy Dillon | General | $700 |
| Carpenters House | General | $600 |
| Thousands for Free | General | $500 |
| Paws | General | $200 |
| Bible Study Fellowship | General | $150 |
| Christ Starfish Foundation | General | $100 |
| Red Tail Land Conservancy | General | $100 |
| Saratoga Park | General | $100 |
| Shalom Center Food Pantry | General | $100 |
| Dav | General | $50 |
| Lifesprings Church | General | $50 |
| Brian Essary Ministries | General | $50 |
| St Jude | General | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanie Paschal
Questions people ask
Does Steps Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steps Inc give?
$10,700 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Steps Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joanie Paschal (President).
What does Steps Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and environment and conservation.