Eye on the Sparrow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eye on the Sparrow Foundation is a private foundation in Colleyville, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $252,700 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,400 and the largest $43,250. 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$252,700
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,400
- Largest grant$43,250
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $245,000 the year before.
44% of its 2024 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 | $245,000 | 13 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $252,700 | 16 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Eye on the Sparrow 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 Eye on the Sparrow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $103,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $43,250 |
| Florida | 1 | $42,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $30,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $13,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Awana Clubs International | Youth ministry | $43,250 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Ministry | $42,500 |
| Coram Deo Academy | Education | $35,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Ministry | $30,000 |
| Mountain River Ministries | Ministry | $20,800 |
| World Missionary Press | Ministry | $13,000 |
| 413 Ministries | Ministry | $10,800 |
| International Commission | Ministry | $10,800 |
| Love Justice International | Human trafficlomg | $10,000 |
| Thrive Women's Clinic | Healthcare | $10,000 |
| Friends of Nazareth Baptist School | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Cross City Church | Ministry | $5,000 |
| Sublet Road Baptist Church | Ministry | $4,500 |
| Women's Choice Resource Center | Healthcare | $4,500 |
| The Fields Church | Ministry | $1,800 |
| Flatwoods Baptist Church | Ministry | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark W Fordyce
- Kimberly F Fordyce
- Myshaleigh F Dumois
- Mark W Fordyce II
- Tim Dumois
- Sarah Fordyce
Questions people ask
Does Eye on the Sparrow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eye on the Sparrow Foundation give?
$252,700 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,400.
Who runs Eye on the Sparrow Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark W Fordyce (President/Treasurer; Member; Chairman), Kimberly F Fordyce (Secretary; Member; Director), Myshaleigh F Dumois (Director) and Mark W Fordyce II (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Eye on the Sparrow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.