Joe D Pentecost Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joe D Pentecost Foundation is a private foundation in East Lansing, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 45 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$28.1 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
28% 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 | $1.1 million | 35 | $25.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 39 | $26.3 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 45 | $28.1 million |
How to apply
Joe D Pentecost 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 Joe D Pentecost Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 45 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Michigan Recovery Services Inc | Unrestricted contribution | $200,000 |
| Wai-Iam Inc | Unrestricted contribution | $178,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted contribution/ scholarships | $115,000 |
| Msu Breslin and Champions Edge | Unrestricted contribution | $100,000 |
| The Davies Project for Mid Michigan Children | Unrestricted contribution | $50,000 |
| Aitch Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $45,000 |
| The House of Promise | Unrestricted contribution | $40,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace Inc | Unrestricted contribution | $30,000 |
| Child & Family Charities | Fund the mission sponsor | $25,000 |
| Endeavor House Ministries | Unrestricted contribution | $20,000 |
| Mid-Michigan Tennis Association | Unrestricted contribution | $20,000 |
| Woldumar Nature Association | Unrestricted contribution | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Lansing | Unrestricted contribution | $15,000 |
| Highfields Inc | Unrestricted contribution | $15,000 |
| Impression 5 Science Center | Unrestricted contribution | $15,000 |
| Michigan State University -Empowerher | Unrestricted contribution | $15,000 |
| Mid Michigan Treatment Couts | Unrestricted contribution | $15,000 |
| Todd Martin Youth Leadership | Unrestricted contribution | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted contribution | $12,500 |
| United Mentoring Program Inc | Unrestricted contribution | $11,750 |
| Allen Street Neighborhood | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Capital Area College Access Network | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Ele's Place Inc | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Greater Lansing Food Bank | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of the Michigan | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Joe's Kids McHigan State University | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Kids Repair Program | Unrestricted contribution | $9,000 |
| Building Twenty One | Unrestricted contribution | $8,500 |
| Annie's Big Nature Lesson | Unrestricted contribution | $8,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental | Unrestricted contribution | $8,000 |
| Michigan Dyslexia Institute | Unrestricted contribution | $7,500 |
| Potter Park Zoological | Unrestricted contribution | $7,500 |
| Mikey 23 Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $7,250 |
| Lions of Michigan | Unrestricted contribution | $6,000 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Aspire Pregnancy Services of Greater Lansing | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Believe Family Outreach | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Eaton Clothing | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victor Loomis
- Carrie Freeman
- Rita Stoskopf
- Gary Hurand
- G Tobin Heaton
- Carmen Moultrie-Turner
Questions people ask
Does Joe D Pentecost Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe D Pentecost Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Joe D Pentecost Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Victor Loomis (President), Carrie Freeman (Vice President), Rita Stoskopf (Treasurer and Secretary) and Gary Hurand (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Joe D Pentecost Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.