Witness to Win Inc
Accepts applications
Witness to Win Inc is a private foundation in Edmond, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $570,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $147,500 and the largest $312,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$570,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$147,500
- Largest grant$312,500
- Assets$43.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $1.1 million | 5 | $29.0 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 3 | $35.0 million |
| 2025 | $570,000 | 4 | $43.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Witness to Win Inc 16340 Muirfield Place, Edmond, OK 73013 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (405) 285-2878, admin@witness2win.org |
| What to submit | Applicant must fill out the grant application and provide their most recent ruling from the IRS for tax-exemption status, letter from ceo verifying status is still valid and a copy of the organizations most recent financial statements |
| Deadlines | Applications may be submitted at any time through the year. |
| Restrictions | The foundation will not fund: - grants for deficit financing and debt retirement; (note: if a construction contract has been executed prior to the time an application is to be considered by the foundation, it will be treated as a request for deficit financing.) - education below college - local churches - operating expenses - initial funds or total project costs - individuals, programs or projects lead by an individual whom is directly or indirectly related to members of the board |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Witness to Win Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $312,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $250,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $45,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Mission Board | General purpose | $312,500 |
| Palau | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Scott Dawson Evangelistic Association | General purpose | $45,000 |
| Howtolife Movement | General purpose | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Kellogg
- Melissa A Phillips
- Dr Gary Mathena
- Teresa Powell
- W David Mathena
- John Mathena
- Kevin Ezell
- Julie Stanley
Questions people ask
Does Witness to Win Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications may be submitted at any time through the year..
How much does Witness to Win Inc give?
$570,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $147,500.
Who runs Witness to Win Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Kellogg (Chairman), Melissa A Phillips (Director), Dr Gary Mathena (Director) and Teresa Powell (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Witness to Win Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.