Steadfast Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steadfast Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $391,013 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$391,013
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $415,700 the year before.
18% 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 | $92,000 | 8 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $415,700 | 10 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $391,013 | 11 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Steadfast 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 Steadfast Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 5 | $240,333 |
| Georgia | 1 | $106,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $7,280 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| River Oaks | General fund | $150,000 |
| Covenant | General fund | $106,000 |
| Regent Prep School of Oklahoma | General fund | $45,333 |
| Crossover Community Impact | General fund | $25,000 |
| Reformed Youth Ministries | General fund | $25,000 |
| Lilyfield | General fund | $10,000 |
| Sister India | General fund | $10,000 |
| Reformed Unversity Fellowship | General fund | $7,280 |
| Lifesong for Orphan | General fund | $5,000 |
| Seed Company Bible Translation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Lifespring | General fund | $2,400 |
Officers and trustees
- John Marino
- Julie Marino
Questions people ask
Does Steadfast Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steadfast Foundation give?
$391,013 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Steadfast Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Marino (Trustee) and Julie Marino (Trustee).
What does Steadfast Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.