Life Ministries International
Preselected recipients only
Life Ministries International is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $11,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $666 and the largest $1,168. 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$11,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$666
- Largest grant$1,168
- Assets$5,734
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8,306 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3,060 | 10 | $8,367 |
| 2023 | $8,306 | 21 | $6,995 |
| 2024 | $11,500 | 21 | $5,734 |
How to apply
Life Ministries International 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Life Ministries International funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Virginia. It also paid $11,100 in 20 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $1,168 |
| Sacred Heart Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the sacred heart nursery and primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $1,166 |
| St Peter Claver Seminary Okpala | The foundation works directly with the st. Peter claver seminary to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $1,166 |
| St Peter Claver Seminary Okpala | The foundation works directly with the st. Peter claver seminary to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $668 |
| St Peter Claver Seminary Okpala | The foundation works directly with the st. Peter claver seminary okpala to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $668 |
| St Peter Claver Seminary Okpala | The foundation works directly with the st. Peter claver seminary okpala to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $668 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| Sacred Heart Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the sacred heart nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| Sacred Heart Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the sacred heart nursery and primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| Sacred Heart Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the sacred heart nursery and primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| St Bridget Catholic Church | Contribution to assist families of the church and to assist a family support group affiliated with the church. | $400 |
| St Peter Claver Seminary Okpala | The foundation works directly with st. Peter claver seminary to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $334 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $333 |
| Sacred Heart Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the sacred heart nursery and primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $333 |
| Individual | The foundation provided monetary support for an indigent individual's hospital expenses. | $200 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $100 |
| Individual | The foundation paid for professional exams support for an indigent individual. | $100 |
| Sacred Heart Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the sacred heart nursery and primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $100 |
| St Peter Claver Seminary Okpala | The foundation works directly with the st. Peter claver seminary to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Magnus Tochi Iwuji
- Marsha Fiol
- Dana Marie Buchanan
- Don Dulaney
- Daniel Harms
- Cheryl Roser
Questions people ask
Does Life Ministries International accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Life Ministries International give?
$11,500 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $666.
Who runs Life Ministries International?
Its 2024 filing lists Magnus Tochi Iwuji (President/ Director), Marsha Fiol (Vice President/Treasurer), Dana Marie Buchanan (Secretary) and Don Dulaney (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Life Ministries International fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, international and education.