The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity
Preselected recipients only
The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity is a private foundation in Colleyville, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $165,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$165,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $147,000 the year before.
8% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $147,000 | 24 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $165,000 | 25 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity 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 The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $43,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $28,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $13,500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $11,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $9,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $8,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baptist Spanish Publishing House FoundationBibliaBible League International | Religious Ministry | $15,000 |
| Jesus Film Project | Religious Ministry | $15,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Religious Ministry | $12,000 |
| Faith Comes by Hearing | Religious Ministry | $11,000 |
| Biblia | Religious Ministry | $10,000 |
| Bible League International | Religious Ministry | $10,000 |
| e3 Partners | Religious Ministry | $10,000 |
| Jesus Online Ministries | Religious Ministry | $10,000 |
| SAT-7 | Religious Ministry | $8,000 |
| Gideons International | Religious Ministry | $6,500 |
| Bible Study Fellowship | Religious Ministry | $6,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Religious Ministry | $6,000 |
| Far East Broadcasting Co | Religious Ministry | $5,000 |
| Groundwire | Religious Ministry | $5,000 |
| The Navigators | Religious Ministry | $5,000 |
| Slavic Gospel Associationi | Religious Ministry | $5,000 |
| Bibles for the World | Religious Ministry | $4,500 |
| Open Doors | Religious Ministry | $4,500 |
| Jews for Jesus | Religious Ministry | $4,000 |
| Scriptures in Use | Religious Ministry | $3,500 |
| Christian Motorcycle Assoc | Religious Ministry | $3,000 |
| Hope Ignited | Religious Ministry | $2,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | Religious Ministry | $1,500 |
| Providence Children's Home | Religious Ministry | $1,500 |
| Equip India | Religious Ministry | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Burton H Patterson
- Virginia L Patterson
- Leanne Linder West
- Patricia Patterson Nelson
- Paula Patterson McDowell
- Harley Trey West
Questions people ask
Does The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity give?
$165,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity?
Its 2024 filing lists Burton H Patterson (Trustee), Virginia L Patterson (Trustee), Leanne Linder West (Trustee) and Patricia Patterson Nelson (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Foundation for the Advancement of Christianity fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.