The Mustard Seed Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mustard Seed Foundation is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.7 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2.7 million and the largest $2.7 million. 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2.7 million
- Largest grant$2.7 million
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million 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 | $1.9 million | 1 | $901,892 |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 1 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.7 million | 1 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Mustard Seed 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Mustard Seed Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 1 | $2.7 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College Ministry Support | Ministry to college students abroad | $2.7 million |
Officers and trustees
- John S Sawyer
- Rick Ifland
- Robert V Sartin
- Thetford H Callahan
Questions people ask
Does The Mustard Seed Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mustard Seed Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2.7 million.
Who runs The Mustard Seed Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John S Sawyer (Director), Rick Ifland (Chairman), Robert V Sartin (Director) and Thetford H Callahan (Director).
What does The Mustard Seed Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.