Gary and Maxine Thies Mission Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gary and Maxine Thies Mission Foundation is a private foundation in Mapleton, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $121,961 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $121,961 and the largest $121,961. 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$121,961
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$121,961
- Largest grant$121,961
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $154,882 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $204,753 | 1 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $154,882 | 1 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $121,961 | 1 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Gary and Maxine Thies Mission 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 Gary and Maxine Thies Mission Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $121,961 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod | Support for religious activities | $121,961 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Thies
- Rev Brad Birtell
- Rev Rick Kanoy
- Rev Benjamin Kaiser
- Rev Seth Kaiser
- James Schroeder
Questions people ask
Does Gary and Maxine Thies Mission Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary and Maxine Thies Mission Foundation give?
$121,961 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $121,961.
Who runs Gary and Maxine Thies Mission Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Thies (President), Rev Brad Birtell (Vice President), Rev Rick Kanoy (Director) and Rev Benjamin Kaiser (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Gary and Maxine Thies Mission Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.