Real Life Ministries
Preselected recipients only
Real Life Ministries is a private foundation in White Salmon, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,151 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,600 and the largest $6,500. 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$14,151
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,600
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$8,512
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $33,842 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $33,842 | 5 | $12,028 |
| 2024 | $14,151 | 4 | $8,512 |
How to apply
Real Life 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Real Life Ministries funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $3,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $6,951 |
| California | 1 | $4,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Missionary work in Taiwan | $6,500 |
| EquipNet | Support missionaries in the Philippines | $4,200 |
| Malawi Family Training Center | Crisis nursery that takes in at-risk babies to ensure survival providing food shelter clothing | $3,000 |
| Project 712 | Fight Sex Trafficking in the State of Washington | $451 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Bell
- Deborah Bell
- Seth Bell
- Tasha Bell
- Nathan Bell
Questions people ask
Does Real Life Ministries accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Real Life Ministries give?
$14,151 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,600.
Who runs Real Life Ministries?
Its 2024 filing lists Joshua Bell (President), Deborah Bell (Treasurer), Seth Bell (Director) and Tasha Bell (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Real Life Ministries fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.