Nehemiah Ventures
Preselected recipients only
Nehemiah Ventures is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $119,505 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$119,505
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,500 the year before.
82% 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 | $45,949 | 13 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $80,500 | 29 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $119,505 | 44 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Nehemiah Ventures 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 Nehemiah Ventures funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 35 | $95,505 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Community Church | General support | $25,000 |
| Bryant Neighborhood Center DBA Trinity Presbyterian Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General support | $10,000 |
| In the Field Ministries | General support | $5,000 |
| Banner Seattle | General support | $5,000 |
| Harvest Against Hunger | General support | $5,000 |
| Eileen & Callie's Place | General support | $4,000 |
| Raven Rock Ranch | General support | $4,000 |
| Lifewire | General support | $2,500 |
| Mary's Place | General support | $2,500 |
| Northwest Harvest | General support | $2,500 |
| The Store House | General support | $2,500 |
| Union Gospel Mission | General support | $2,500 |
| Brigid Barkley Co Mount Holyoke College | Student scholarship selected by mt. Si high school | $2,500 |
| Hayden Polomana Co University of Vermont | Student scholarship selected by mt. Si high school | $2,500 |
| Youth Dynamics | General support | $2,005 |
| All Kids Play | General support | $2,000 |
| Christian Chefs International | General support | $2,000 |
| Greater Gig Harbor Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank | General support | $2,000 |
| Students International | General support | $2,000 |
| Empower Youth Network | General support | $1,000 |
| Encompass Northwest | General support | $1,000 |
| Life Enrichment Options | General support | $1,000 |
| Mt Si Senior Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Seattle Theatre Group | General support | $1,000 |
| Washington Trails Association | General support | $1,000 |
| American Library Association | General support | $1,000 |
| Cascade Public Media | General support | $1,000 |
| Food Backpacks 4 Kids | General support | $1,000 |
| Friends of Echo Glen DBA International Smile Power | General support | $1,000 |
| Greyhound Pets | General support | $1,000 |
| Issaquah Food & Clothing | General support | $1,000 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | General support | $1,000 |
| North Bend Art & Industry | General support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $1,000 |
| Prison Pet Partnership | General support | $1,000 |
| Rei Cooperative Action Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| The Coffee Oasis | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kiersta Smith
- Teri McLean
- Brenna Vukovich
- Moriah Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Nehemiah Ventures accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nehemiah Ventures give?
$119,505 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Nehemiah Ventures?
Its 2025 filing lists Kiersta Smith (Vice President), Teri McLean (Secretary/Treasurer), Brenna Vukovich (President) and Moriah Anderson (Director).
What does Nehemiah Ventures fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and education.