Christians Giving Back Incorporated
Preselected recipients only
Christians Giving Back Incorporated is a private foundation in Merrifield, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,344 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,134. 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$8,344
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,134
- Assets$245,061
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $9,362 the year before.
67% 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 | $17,863 | 14 | $301,388 |
| 2024 | $9,362 | 10 | $262,804 |
| 2025 | $8,344 | 9 | $245,061 |
How to apply
Christians Giving Back Incorporated 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $7,344 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DC Seabees | General Support | $1,134 |
| Vienna Volunteer Fire Department | General Support | $1,100 |
| CJ Foundation | General Support | $1,001 |
| HIMSS NCA Charity | General Support | $1,000 |
| Holy Infant of Prague Collective | General Support | $1,000 |
| Lilly & Blair Foundation | General Support | $900 |
| FHS Athletic Boosters | General Support | $885 |
| Friends of Fairfax County Animals Shelter | General Support | $824 |
| Lake of the Woods Church | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl G Balestrieri
- Rena K Balestrieri
Questions people ask
Does Christians Giving Back Incorporated accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christians Giving Back Incorporated give?
$8,344 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Christians Giving Back Incorporated?
Its 2025 filing lists Carl G Balestrieri (Chairman/treasurer) and Rena K Balestrieri (Secretary).