Rings Ministries
Preselected recipients only
Rings Ministries is a private foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,032 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $4,128 and the largest $7,430. 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$82,032
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$4,128
- Largest grant$7,430
- Assets$70,596
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $85,450 the year before.
57% 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 | $116,002 | 24 | $150,344 |
| 2024 | $85,450 | 25 | $160,834 |
| 2025 | $82,032 | 25 | $70,596 |
How to apply
Rings Ministries 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 Rings Ministries funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 21 | $70,840 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $4,924 |
| Indiana | 1 | $4,752 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $516 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Transportation | $7,430 |
| Individual | 2007 Toyota Camry | $7,403 |
| Individual | Transportation | $5,835 |
| Individual | Transportation | $5,833 |
| Angela Rosa | Transportation | $5,613 |
| Individual | Transportation | $5,554 |
| Individual | Transportation | $5,131 |
| Individual | Transportation | $5,019 |
| Individual | Transportation | $4,997 |
| Faith Fueled Garage | Seed money for parts and repair of vehicles | $4,924 |
| Individual | Transportation | $4,877 |
| Individual | Transportation | $4,752 |
| Individual | Transportation | $4,128 |
| Woodland Church | Assist in auto purchase for CityLinc | $2,800 |
| Individual | Transportation | $1,856 |
| Individual | Transportation | $1,571 |
| HealthyCharity | Solar lights for people of Uganda | $1,000 |
| Individual | Transportation | $771 |
| Individual | Transportation | $707 |
| Compassion International | Sponsorship of child | $516 |
| Individual | Transportation | $511 |
| Church of Living Water | Bike project | $500 |
| Misfits Car Club | Aid in purchase of Kevlar vests for police doga | $250 |
| Individual | Transportation | $33 |
| Individual | Transportation | $21 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Robins
- Lisa McCulley
- Jill Robins
- Dale Rupe
- Thomas Perrone
- Patrick Galligan
Questions people ask
Does Rings Ministries accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rings Ministries give?
$82,032 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $4,128.
Who runs Rings Ministries?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Robins (Director), Lisa McCulley (Secretary), Jill Robins (Treasurer) and Dale Rupe (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Rings Ministries fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.