Fish Ministries
Preselected recipients only
Fish Ministries is a private foundation in Longview, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,700 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$110,700
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $35,100 | 6 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 3 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $110,700 | 8 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Fish Ministries 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 Fish Ministries funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 2 | $50,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $45,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $10,700 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Ministry support | $25,000 |
| Individual | $25,000 | |
| Individual | Charitable | $25,000 |
| City Advance -Tom White | Ministry support | $20,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Ministry support | $5,000 |
| MMHS Foundation | Charitable | $600 |
| Individual | Ministry support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Brent Bishop
- Mike Fox
- Monika Scheffe
- Matt Atkins
- Kirk Austin
- George Scheffe
- Rene Fox
Questions people ask
Does Fish Ministries accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fish Ministries give?
$110,700 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Fish Ministries?
Its 2025 filing lists Brent Bishop (President/TREAS), Mike Fox (Vice President), Monika Scheffe (Secretary) and Matt Atkins (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Fish Ministries fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.