Protect Your Sister Project
Preselected recipients only
Protect Your Sister Project is a private foundation in Reston, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,400 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $18,400. 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$33,400
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$18,400
- Assets$51,759
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,000 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 | $45,570 | 4 | $59,041 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 2 | $53,566 |
| 2025 | $33,400 | 3 | $51,759 |
How to apply
Protect Your Sister Project 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 Protect Your Sister Project funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina. It also paid $18,400 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya Quilts for Empowerment | Educational kits, obstetric fistula rehab program, doll kits | $18,400 |
| Healing Hands of Joy | General support | $10,000 |
| Dignity Period Inc | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Chenoweth
- Pamela Pierce
- Joni Chenoweth
Questions people ask
Does Protect Your Sister Project accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Protect Your Sister Project give?
$33,400 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Protect Your Sister Project?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Chenoweth (President/Treasurer), Pamela Pierce (Vice President/Secretary) and Joni Chenoweth (Executive Director).
What does Protect Your Sister Project fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.