St Paul Lutheran Church Mission Endowment
Accepts applications
St Paul Lutheran Church Mission Endowment is a private foundation in Lime Springs, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $116,000 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$116,000
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$59,571
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $85,500 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $79,625 | 38 | $0 |
| 2024 | $85,500 | 32 | $0 |
| 2025 | $116,000 | 42 | $59,571 |
How to apply
| Contact | St Paul Lutheran Church Mission End 215 Miller St PO Box 218, Lime Springs, IA 52155 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | stpaullcme@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Grant application forms will be sent out january 15 |
| Deadlines | Grant applications due february 15 and grant reports are due december 15 |
| Restrictions | Grants for local lime springs Iowa and surrounding communities or synod activities of the elca |
What St Paul Lutheran Church Mission Endowment funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 35 | $99,500 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $11,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,750 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,250 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran Church | Donation for capital improvements & outreach | $25,000 |
| Pleasant Hill Cemetery Assoc | Donation | $6,000 |
| Saetersdal Lutheran Church | Donation | $5,000 |
| Howard County Hospice | Donation | $4,100 |
| Spring Ahead Learning Center | Donation | $4,000 |
| Lime Springschester Fish & Game Club | Donation | $4,000 |
| City of Chester | Donation | $4,000 |
| Howard County Sheriff Dept | Donation | $3,500 |
| Evans Memorial Home | Donation | $3,000 |
| Riceville Family Care and Therapy | Donation | $3,000 |
| Lime Springs Medical Clinic | Donation | $3,000 |
| George Anderson Scholarship | Donation | $3,000 |
| Good Earth Village | Donation | $3,000 |
| Helping Services NE Iowa | Donation | $3,000 |
| Guardians of Northeast Iowa | Donation | $3,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Donation | $2,750 |
| Bremwood | Donation | $2,500 |
| Lime Springs Parks & Pool | Donation | $2,400 |
| Lime Springs Community Club | Donation | $2,250 |
| Lutheran Disaster Response | Donation | $2,250 |
| Lime Springs Public Library | Donation | $2,000 |
| St Matthew Lutheran Church | Donation | $2,000 |
| Lidtke Mill Historical Society | Donation | $2,000 |
| Dollars for Scholars | Donation | $2,000 |
| Cresco Public Library | Donation | $2,000 |
| City of Elma | Donation | $2,000 |
| Neia RSVP Program | Donation | $1,500 |
| Lidtke Mill Bingo | Donation | $1,500 |
| Lime Springs Senior Citizens Club | Donation | $1,100 |
| Howard Winn CSD | Donation for back to school clothing giveaway and backpack/peanut butter program | $1,100 |
| City of Lime Springs | Donation for tree removal | $1,000 |
| Accura Healthcare | Donation | $1,000 |
| Chester Fire & Rescue | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ewalu | Donation | $1,000 |
| Upper Iowa River Conference | Donation | $1,000 |
| Education for A Brighter Future | Donation | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post #135 | Donation | $900 |
| Howard County Community Action | Donation for mobile food & pantry and toys for all | $800 |
| Special Needs Assn of Howard Cty | Donation | $750 |
| Lime Springs Fire Department | Donation | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Jayden Burns
- Fran Johnson
- Melissa Adams
- Vicki Bowen
- Jeff Jacobs
Questions people ask
Does St Paul Lutheran Church Mission Endowment accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Grant applications due february 15 and grant reports are due december 15.
How much does St Paul Lutheran Church Mission Endowment give?
$116,000 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs St Paul Lutheran Church Mission Endowment?
Its 2025 filing lists Jayden Burns (Treasurer), Fran Johnson (President), Melissa Adams (Secretary) and Vicki Bowen (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does St Paul Lutheran Church Mission Endowment fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.