John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lancaster, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $475,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$475,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.1 million | 24 | $15.2 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 18 | $21.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 26 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc 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 John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $500,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $260,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $125,000 |
| South Carolina | 4 | $115,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $87,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $75,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $45,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $35,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $30,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Board for Presbyterian Foreign Missions | International ministry support | $475,000 |
| Answers in Genesis | Christian defense ministry support | $260,000 |
| Woodrow Kroll Ministries | Support for training untrained pastors and christian leaders in economically challenged countries. | $120,000 |
| Western Reformed Seminary | Support of graduate school of theology | $75,000 |
| Simple Faith Ranch | Support to promote faith through animal care | $70,000 |
| Redeemer Classical Christian School | Education support | $67,500 |
| Baptist International Evangelistic Ministries | Baptist ministry support | $35,000 |
| American Family Association | Support to uphold godly values through our numerous channels like american family radio, one million moms, and the stand magazine. | $30,000 |
| Abwe Int'l | Christian ministry support | $25,000 |
| Baptist Mid-Mission | Baptist ministry support | $20,000 |
| Gospel Fellowship Association | Support to recruit, equip, and uphold great commission laborers to spread the good news of jesus christ around the world and to establish and build up bible-believing churches that send them. | $20,000 |
| Grace Dental and Medical Missions | Support for medical and dental missionary services provided to numerous clients in various worldwide mission fields. | $20,000 |
| Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary | Education support | $20,000 |
| Presbyterian Missionary Union | Domestic and international mission support | $20,000 |
| Prison Fellowship Ministries | Ministry support | $20,000 |
| Pray in Jesus Name | Ministry support | $20,000 |
| Biblical Missions Worldwide | Support to serve local churches and their missionaries | $10,000 |
| Bnos Yisroel of Baltimore | Support to educate each individual student in a nurturing torah environment, while instilling in her a love of judaism. | $10,000 |
| Central Missionary Clearinghouse | Support to promote christianity worldwide | $10,000 |
| Redeeming the Time | Mission support | $10,000 |
| Restoration Farm | Support of ministry to the community by means of the scripture and agriculture | $10,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Support for religious freedom advocates | $5,000 |
| Partners in Christ | Ministry support | $5,000 |
| Suncoast Bible Presbyterian Church | Ministry support | $5,000 |
| Women's Enrichment Center | Pregnancy assistance program support | $5,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Support of persecuted christians in the worlds most difficult and dangerous places to follow christ | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Henderson
- Todd Henderson
- Troy Henderson
Questions people ask
Does John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Henderson (President), Todd Henderson (Vice President) and Troy Henderson (Secretary).
What does John Calvin Bible Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.