Neuhaus Family Christian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Neuhaus Family Christian Foundation is a private foundation in Hendersonville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $177,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $16,700. 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$177,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$16,700
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $163,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $115,400 | 22 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $163,000 | 25 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $177,000 | 23 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Neuhaus Family Christian 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 Neuhaus Family Christian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $52,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $24,200 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $22,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $22,400 |
| Georgia | 1 | $12,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $12,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $8,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $8,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $7,400 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Venture | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $16,700 |
| Ron Hutchcraft Ministries | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Team | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $12,200 |
| Heartlight Ministries | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $12,000 |
| Kids Alive International | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $12,000 |
| MedSend | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $12,000 |
| Pacific Garden Mission | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $12,000 |
| The Leadership Anvil | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $12,000 |
| Evangelical Child & Family Agency | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $8,000 |
| Expeditions Unlimited | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $8,000 |
| Trans World Radio | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $8,000 |
| #How To Life | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $7,500 |
| Moody Bible Institute | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $7,500 |
| Missions Door | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $7,400 |
| Kindred Life Ministries | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Reclaim | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $3,200 |
| First Love International Ministries | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Prison Felloship Ministries | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Lincoln Global Group | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $2,500 |
| OMF International | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $2,500 |
| The Salvation Army | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Global Scholars | Donation to a domestically registered charitable organization | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vernon Neuhaus
- Frances Neuhaus
- Cheryl DeFreest
- Debra Anderson
- Jennifer McCartney
Questions people ask
Does Neuhaus Family Christian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Neuhaus Family Christian Foundation give?
$177,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Neuhaus Family Christian Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vernon Neuhaus (President), Frances Neuhaus (Vice President), Cheryl DeFreest (Coo) and Debra Anderson (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Neuhaus Family Christian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.