Proverbs Three Nine Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Proverbs Three Nine Foundation is a private foundation in Everett, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,841 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $380 and the largest $2,685. 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$6,841
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$380
- Largest grant$2,685
- Assets$5,150
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,213 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,621 | 12 | $15,889 |
| 2024 | $5,213 | 13 | $8,650 |
| 2025 | $6,841 | 12 | $5,150 |
How to apply
Proverbs Three Nine 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Proverbs Three Nine Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California. It also paid $3,585 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $1,032 |
| Washington | 2 | $588 |
| Iowa | 1 | $564 |
| Florida | 1 | $360 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $184 |
| Colorado | 1 | $180 |
| Michigan | 1 | $176 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $172 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saul Masih | Humanitarian aid | $2,685 |
| PK Textbooks | Education - Books | $900 |
| Deaf Missions | Evangelism and educatio | $564 |
| Jews for Jesus | Evangelism | $552 |
| Multnomah University | Education | $480 |
| Prisoners For Christ | Education and Evangelism | $400 |
| Jesus Project | Evangelism | $360 |
| Care Net | Health care | $188 |
| Billy Graham Association | Evangelism | $184 |
| Every Home for Christ | Evangelism | $180 |
| Our Daily Bread | Evangelism | $176 |
| American Bible Society | Bibles | $172 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond Ruppert
- Terri Ruppert
- Gunnar Gordon
- Yvonne Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Proverbs Three Nine Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Proverbs Three Nine Foundation give?
$6,841 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $380.
Who runs Proverbs Three Nine Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Raymond Ruppert (President), Terri Ruppert (Treasurer), Gunnar Gordon (board member) and Yvonne Gordon (board member).
What does Proverbs Three Nine Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and education.