Footprints of Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Footprints of Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Maple Grove, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $237,250 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,064 and the largest $135,773. 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$237,250
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,064
- Largest grant$135,773
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $237,250 | 12 | $0 |
How to apply
Footprints of Hope 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 Footprints of Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $225,931 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,166 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,129 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,024 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feed My Starving Children | Packing and providing meals to malnourished throughout the world | $135,773 |
| Arrive Ministries | Providing essential services and practical assistance for refugees and immigrants | $35,000 |
| Good in the 'Hood | Changing lives through simple acts of kindness through providing food programs and basic foot care and footwear provision | $30,000 |
| Options for Women - St Croix Valley | Providing no-cost confidential pregnancy confirmation services including pregnancy testings and ultrasounds and additional pregnancy resources | $10,150 |
| Fostering Hope | Equip families churches and organizations to transform the lives of foster and adopted children | $5,166 |
| Corral Riding Academy | Equip adolescent girls in high-risk situations with equine therapy and education so they may gain access to a bright future | $5,129 |
| Threshold to New Life | To help people in the seven county Twin Cities metro area bridge temporary gaps in their lives | $5,000 |
| SupportLife | Beacon of hope and compassion for women and families navigating unplanned pregnancies and considering abortion Empowering women to choose life through education practical resources and hope in Jesus | $4,280 |
| University of Northwestern - St Paul | Private Christian university developing leaders through Christ-centered academyicall excellent education | $2,400 |
| New Life Family Services | Providing professional life-affirming care through no-cost pregnancy parenting and post-abortion services as well as adoption services | $1,664 |
| Simpson Housing Shelter | To house support and empower people impacted by homelessness | $1,664 |
| Cru | Win build and send Christ-centered multiplying disciples who launch spiritual movements | $1,024 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael E Schuler
- Michaele C Schuler
- Tony Santa Lucia
Questions people ask
Does Footprints of Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Footprints of Hope Foundation give?
$237,250 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,064.
Who runs Footprints of Hope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael E Schuler (President), Michaele C Schuler (Vice President) and Tony Santa Lucia (Director).
What does Footprints of Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and human services.