The Lord Sees Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lord Sees Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.4 million in 95 grants; the typical grant was $26,912 and the largest $217,000. 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$3.4 million
- Number of grants95
- Typical grant$26,912
- Largest grant$217,000
- Assets$82.4 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
65% 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 | $1.7 million | 57 | $26.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 58 | $76.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.4 million | 95 | $82.4 million |
How to apply
The Lord Sees 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 The Lord Sees Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 30 | $1.0 million |
| Texas | 13 | $497,110 |
| Florida | 6 | $354,990 |
| Colorado | 6 | $345,947 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $236,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $145,000 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $127,900 |
| California | 4 | $84,893 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $84,835 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $77,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Overland Missions Inc | Program support | $217,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $200,000 |
| Kaleo International Inc | Program support | $105,000 |
| Homechurch Inc | Program support | $100,000 |
| Nick V Ministries | Program support | $100,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $100,000 |
| Rod Baker Ministries | Program support | $90,000 |
| Eden Village of Tulsa | Program support | $70,000 |
| Global Equip Inc | Program support | $70,000 |
| 5 Star Global Ministry | Program support | $60,000 |
| Come and See Foundation Inc | Program support | $56,235 |
| Watts of Love | Program support | $55,000 |
| Compassion International Inc | Program support | $52,712 |
| Asking for the Nations Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Christian Health Service Corps Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $50,000 |
| Mission of Hope | Program support | $50,000 |
| Mountain of Hope Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Oasis for Orphans | Program support | $50,000 |
| Safenet Services Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $50,000 |
| Filling the Void Inc | Program support | $48,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $45,755 |
| Catch the Fire World USA | Program support | $44,500 |
| Adult Teen Challenge of New Inc | Program support | $42,000 |
| Catch the Fire Ministries Inc | Program support | $41,900 |
| Individual | Program support | $40,650 |
| M28 Ministries Inc | Program support | $40,000 |
| Tulsa Cornerstone Assist Network | Program support | $40,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $37,575 |
| Rising Village Foundation | Program support | $37,000 |
| Wings International | Program support | $37,000 |
| Crisis Care International | Program support | $35,400 |
| E3 Partners Ministry | Program support | $35,000 |
| Slavic Gospel Association | Program support | $35,000 |
| Zeteo Community Inc | Program support | $35,000 |
| Global Evangelical Team Inc | Program support | $33,000 |
| Little Light Ministries Inc | Program support | $33,000 |
| The Demand Project Inc | Program support | $32,500 |
| Car Care Clinic Inc | Program support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Manganaro
- Lee D Rettedal
- Chris Buskirk
- Bernie Morris
- Scott Eudey
- Sean Kouplen
Questions people ask
Does The Lord Sees Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lord Sees Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2025, across 95 grants, with a typical grant of $26,912.
Who runs The Lord Sees Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Manganaro (President), Lee D Rettedal (Treasurer), Chris Buskirk (Secretary) and Bernie Morris (Executive Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Lord Sees Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and health.