Terry D and Carol A Agness Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Terry D and Carol A Agness Family Foundation is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $308,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $150,500. 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$308,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$150,500
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $350,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $270,000 | 11 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $350,000 | 11 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $308,500 | 8 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Terry D and Carol A Agness Family 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 Terry D and Carol A Agness Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 6 | $205,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $53,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Honeywell Foundation | Building fund | $150,500 |
| United World Mission | Unrestricted | $53,000 |
| Bair Lake Bible Camp | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Daniels Place | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Life Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Taylor University | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| YMCA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lana Barnhisel
- Lance Agness
Questions people ask
Does Terry D and Carol A Agness Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Terry D and Carol A Agness Family Foundation give?
$308,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Terry D and Carol A Agness Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lana Barnhisel (Trustee) and Lance Agness (Trustee).
What does Terry D and Carol A Agness Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.