Matthew 7 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Matthew 7 Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,109 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $13,000. 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$56,109
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,628 the year before.
24% 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 | $12,317 | 10 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $27,628 | 17 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $56,109 | 17 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Matthew 7 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 Matthew 7 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 10 | $41,134 |
| Georgia | 1 | $9,605 |
| New York | 2 | $1,450 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,100 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $520 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lords Gym Ministries | General Program | $13,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General Program | $9,605 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General Program | $7,000 |
| Crossroads Community Church | General Program | $6,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General Program | $4,000 |
| St Joseph Home | General Program | $3,034 |
| City Gospel Mission | General Program | $3,000 |
| JumpStart Ohio | General Program | $3,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General Program | $1,200 |
| United Breast Cancer | General Program | $1,200 |
| Evans Scholars | General Program | $1,100 |
| JPT Movement | General Program | $1,100 |
| Impacting Tomorrow Inc | General Program | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | General Program | $600 |
| Team Impact | General Program | $520 |
| Bethesda Foundation | General Program | $500 |
| Break Through 1D | General Program | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Marvin D Mallaley
- Valerie J Mallaley
- Brandon S Heffernan
Questions people ask
Does Matthew 7 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matthew 7 Foundation give?
$56,109 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs Matthew 7 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marvin D Mallaley (President), Valerie J Mallaley (Vice President) and Brandon S Heffernan (Secretary).
What does Matthew 7 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.