The Jennings Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Jennings Family Foundation is a private foundation in Edina, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.0 million in 42 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $600,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.0 million
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9.7 million the year before.
36% of its 2024 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 | $9.7 million | 37 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $5.0 million | 42 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | National Christian Foundation Twin 7701 France Avenue S Suite 360, Edina, MN 55435 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (612) 288-2292 |
| What to submit | No application form; however, please provide IRS determination letter. |
What The Jennings Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 31 | $3.8 million |
| Colorado | 3 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethany International | General Support | $600,000 |
| World Vision | General Support | $500,000 |
| Hope Academy | General Support | $400,000 |
| New Life Family Services | General Support | $400,000 |
| Urban Ventures | General Support | $400,000 |
| Young Life - Minneapolis | General Support | $375,000 |
| Grace Church | General Support | $150,000 |
| Anselm House | General Support | $100,000 |
| Beyond Limits | General Support | $100,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General Support | $100,000 |
| Heshima Association | General Support | $100,000 |
| International Justice Mission | General Support | $100,000 |
| The Navigators | General Support | $100,000 |
| Timothy Initiative | General Support | $100,000 |
| Forever Adventure | General Support | $75,000 |
| Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge | General Support | $75,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | General Support | $60,000 |
| CBMC | General Support | $50,000 |
| CURE International | General Support | $50,000 |
| Focus On the Family | General Support | $50,000 |
| Good Cities | General Support | $50,000 |
| Thrive | General Support | $50,000 |
| TreeHouse | General Support | $50,000 |
| My Pregnancy Choices | General Support | $45,000 |
| First Liberty Institute | General Support | $40,000 |
| Luis Palau Association | General Support | $40,000 |
| Young Life - Capernaum | General Support | $40,000 |
| Crystal Womens Clinic | General Support | $25,000 |
| Guiding Star Wakota | General Support | $25,000 |
| HopeKids | General Support | $25,000 |
| Lakes Area Pregnancy Support Center | General Support | $25,000 |
| Young Life - North Star Region | General Support | $25,000 |
| Living Well Disability Services | General Support | $20,000 |
| Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life Inc-Education Fund | General Support | $20,000 |
| Elevate Life | General Support | $15,000 |
| ESTHER Homes | General Support | $15,000 |
| Pregnancy Resource Center of Cambridge | General Support | $15,000 |
| Tandem Family Rsource Center | General Support | $15,000 |
| Woodbury Options For Women | General Support | $15,000 |
| Metro Woman's Center | General Support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Lee Jennings
- Todd Jennings
- Jay Bennett
Questions people ask
Does The Jennings Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Jennings Family Foundation give?
$5.0 million in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Jennings Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Lee Jennings (Director), Todd Jennings (Director) and Jay Bennett (Director).
What does The Jennings Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.