The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sparta, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $24,000 and the largest $744,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$24,000
- Largest grant$744,000
- Assets$30.8 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $274,515 the year before.
36% 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 | $274,515 | 8 | $15.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 11 | $30.8 million |
How to apply
The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc 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 The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oklahoma. It also paid $4,851 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 1 | $744,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $139,291 |
| Colorado | 1 | $56,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $49,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $24,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $12,000 |
| New York | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Reaching Souls International | Ministry donation | $744,000 |
| Crowded House Church | Ministry donation | $139,291 |
| Come and See Foundation Inc | Ministry donation | $56,000 |
| Reaching A Generation USA | Ministry donation | $25,000 |
| The Christian Broadcasting Network | Ministry donation | $25,000 |
| One Hope | Ministry donation | $24,000 |
| Chosen People Ministries | Ministry donation | $12,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | Ministry donation | $12,000 |
| Corporate Chaplains of America Inc | Ministry donation | $12,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Ministry donation | $12,000 |
| Anointed Community Academy | School meal program and classroom | $4,851 |
Officers and trustees
- Brennan McPherson
- Stephen McPherson
- Joshua Abbott
- Kraig Kestner
- Mathew McPherson
- Sherry McPherson
Questions people ask
Does The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $24,000.
Who runs The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Brennan McPherson (President & Director), Stephen McPherson (Vice President & Director), Joshua Abbott (Secretary/Treasurer) and Kraig Kestner (President of Iou & Director of TSPF) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Salvation Poem Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.