Jesus Calling Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jesus Calling Foundation is a private foundation in Brentwood, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $582,500. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$582,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $1.3 million | 20 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 16 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
Jesus Calling 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 Jesus Calling Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 4 | $702,500 |
| Tennessee | 5 | $572,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $200,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $70,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $13,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mission to the World | Charitable gift | $582,500 |
| The Next Door | Charitable gift | $212,500 |
| Mission to North America | Charitable gift | $200,000 |
| Covenant College | Charitable gift | $105,000 |
| Crossroads of the Nations | Charitable gift | $100,000 |
| International Xchange Organization | Charitable gift | $100,000 |
| Individual | Charitable gift | $100,000 |
| Send International | Charitable gift | $100,000 |
| World Outreach International | Charitable gift | $70,000 |
| Individual | Charitable gift | $60,000 |
| Rce International | Charitable gift | $30,000 |
| Pca Administrative Committee | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Siloam Family Health Center | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Reformed University Fellowship | Chartiable gift | $5,000 |
| Crosspoint Church | Charitable gift | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen T Young
- Eric Thomas Young
Questions people ask
Does Jesus Calling Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jesus Calling Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Jesus Calling Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen T Young (Director) and Eric Thomas Young (Director).
What does Jesus Calling Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.