23 Project Foundation
Preselected recipients only
23 Project Foundation is a private foundation in Gastonia, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $202,750 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$202,750
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$484,139
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $91,000 the year before.
54% 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 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $91,000 | 9 | $715,487 |
| 2025 | $202,750 | 13 | $484,139 |
How to apply
23 Project 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.
What 23 Project Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 5 | $93,250 |
| Alabama | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $24,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville Hills Church | Religous | $30,000 |
| Citizens Church Gaston | Religous | $30,000 |
| Sanctuary Church Houston | Religous | $30,000 |
| Kings Table Church | Religous | $25,000 |
| Rooted Church | Religous | $25,000 |
| Hope Bible Church | Religous | $15,000 |
| Radiant Bible Church | Religous | $15,000 |
| Redeemer Church | Religous | $11,250 |
| Gospel Fellowship | Religous | $7,500 |
| Bellwether Community Church | Religous | $5,000 |
| Waiehu Community Church | Religous | $5,000 |
| Emmaus Church Inc | Religous | $2,000 |
| Aletheia Tampa | Religous | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Griffin
- Laura Griffin
Questions people ask
Does 23 Project Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 23 Project Foundation give?
$202,750 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs 23 Project Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan Griffin (President) and Laura Griffin (Secretary).
What does 23 Project Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.