Sowing Circle
Preselected recipients only
Sowing Circle is a private foundation in Greenville, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $622,609 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $267,000. 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$622,609
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$267,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $848,960 the year before.
37% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $848,960 | 14 | $9.9 million |
| 2024 | $622,609 | 19 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Sowing Circle 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 Sowing Circle funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $325,109 |
| South Carolina | 4 | $277,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $4,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Letter Bible | Missions | $267,000 |
| Reverence Bible Church | Pastoral Support/Ministry | $200,449 |
| Enduring Word | Theological Education | $25,000 |
| According to Prophecy | Theological Education | $25,000 |
| Redeemer OC | Missions | $20,000 |
| Understand the Times | Missions | $15,960 |
| Safe Harbor International | Missions | $12,000 |
| Hope For Today | Missions | $7,500 |
| Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa | Missions | $7,200 |
| U-Turn for Christ | Missions | $7,000 |
| LCC International | Missions | $6,000 |
| The Life Network | Missions | $6,000 |
| Pastoral Training of Asia | Missions | $5,000 |
| Wycliff Bible Translators | Missions | $4,500 |
| Young Life Abi Hoc | Missions | $4,500 |
| Uplift Ministries | Missions | $3,500 |
| Intl Fellowship of Christians & Jews | Missions | $2,000 |
| Miracle Hill Ministries | Missions | $2,000 |
| Piedmont Women's Center | Missions | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Milligan
- Stephen M Greenberg
- Kenneth Buckley
- Frank B Rabinovitch
- Andrew J Guastaferro
Questions people ask
Does Sowing Circle accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sowing Circle give?
$622,609 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Sowing Circle?
Its 2024 filing lists James P Milligan (Chairman), Stephen M Greenberg (Secretary), Kenneth Buckley (Board Member) and Frank B Rabinovitch (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Sowing Circle fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.