MSJB Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
MSJB Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $126,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$126,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $171,000 the year before.
53% 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 | $58,000 | 11 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $171,000 | 13 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $126,000 | 19 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
MSJB Family 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 MSJB Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 5 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 5 | $24,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $16,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude's Children Research Hospital | General operations | $16,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General operations | $15,000 |
| Marantha Christian Academy | General operations | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operations | $10,000 |
| Valor Ranch | General operations | $10,000 |
| International Fellowship of Christians & Jews | General operations | $10,000 |
| Preborn | General operations | $10,000 |
| Olathe Hospice House | General operations | $5,000 |
| Harvesters | General operations | $5,000 |
| Answers in Genesis | General operations | $5,000 |
| Proverbs 31 Ministries | General operations | $5,000 |
| Church of the Harvest | General operations | $4,000 |
| Opal's Embrace | General operations | $3,000 |
| KC Pet Project | General operations | $3,000 |
| Save the Children | General operations | $3,000 |
| No Kids Hungry | General operations | $3,000 |
| Kansas 4-H Foundation | General operations | $3,000 |
| Mother's Refuge | General operations | $3,000 |
| Colonial Prebyterian Church | General operations | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara Persinger Henke
- Michael J Henke
- Justin W Henke
- Benjamin Mhenke
Questions people ask
Does MSJB Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MSJB Family Foundation give?
$126,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs MSJB Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sara Persinger Henke (President), Michael J Henke (Vice-President), Justin W Henke (Treasurer) and Benjamin Mhenke (Secretary).
What does MSJB Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.