His Foundation
Preselected recipients only
His Foundation is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $217,000 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$217,000
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was down from $244,539 the year before.
15% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $250,004 | 28 | $3.6 million |
| 2023 | $244,539 | 32 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $217,000 | 34 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
His Foundation 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 His Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 18 | $102,500 |
| Alaska | 1 | $25,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $12,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $11,000 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Christian College | Charity contribution | $25,000 |
| Healing the Culture | Charity contribution | $15,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | Charity contribution | $11,000 |
| Operation Night Watch | Charity contribution | $10,000 |
| Legacy Institute | Charity contribution | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charity contribution | $10,000 |
| Encounter Church | Charity contribution | $10,000 |
| Hope Unlimited | Charity contribution | $7,500 |
| Nicolas Fund for Education | Charity contribution | $7,000 |
| American Business Defense Foundation | Charity contribution | $7,000 |
| Seattle Pacific University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission(seattle) | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Pepperdine University | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Eastern New Mexico University | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| New Mexico State University | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Boise State University | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission(portland) | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Discovery Institute | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Agros International | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Mary's Place | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Vine Maple Place | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Medical Team International | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Mercer Island Youth & Family Services | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Dads | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Uso | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Museum of the Bible | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Heart of Hope | Charity contribution | $4,000 |
| Urban Impact | Charity contribution | $3,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Charity contribution | $3,000 |
| Stronger Families | Charity contribution | $3,000 |
| Peace Trees Vietnam | Charity contribution | $3,000 |
| American Cornerstonr Institute | Charity contribution | $2,500 |
| Fork Shoals Historical Society | Charity contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Doris O Cassan
Questions people ask
Does His Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does His Foundation give?
$217,000 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs His Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Doris O Cassan (Trustee).
What does His Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.