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Charis Focus Foundation is a private corporation based in LAKELAND, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2021. The principal officer is Foundation Source. It holds total assets of $1.1M. Annual income is reported at $154K. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Florida, Minnesota and Wisconsin. According to available records, Charis Focus Foundation has made 57 grants totaling $232K, with a median grant of $500. Annual giving has decreased from $59K in 2020 to $40K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $85K distributed across 16 grants. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $29K, with an average award of $4K. The foundation has supported 14 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, Florida, Minnesota, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$300
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$24K
Based on 24 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Charis Focus Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 57 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, FL, MN.
Charis Focus Foundation has distributed a total of $232K across 57 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $4K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $29K.
Charis Focus Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Charis Focus Foundation is headquartered in LAKELAND, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacqueline Maas | VP | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Madeline Maas | VP | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Gary Maas | Dir, Pres | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kathleen Maas | Sec, Treas, VP | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$1.1M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$1.1M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
57
Total Giving
$232K
Average Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
14
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faith Community ChurchGeneral & Unrestricted | Hudson, WI | $26K | 2023 |
| Cru Global IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Orlando, FL | $8K | 2023 |
| Bethlehem Baptist ChurchCityJoy (26 Szyman) | Minneapolis, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Crossbridge Church MiamiKey Biscayne Church | Miami, FL | $1K | 2023 |
| Magnus Veterans FoundationCharitable Event | Dayton, MN | $500 | 2023 |
| Special Olympics Minnesota IncCharitable Event | Minneapolis, MN | $250 | 2023 |
| River Falls Pregnancy HelplineGeneral & Unrestricted | River Falls, WI | $2K | 2022 |
| Arrive MinistriesGeneral & Unrestricted | Richfield, MN | $200 | 2022 |
| Tutapona IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New Richmond, WI | $8K | 2021 |
| New Life Family ServicesGeneral & Unrestricted | Minneapolis, MN | $2K | 2021 |
| University Of Northwestern-St PaulDonation for My Faith Radio AM 900 | Saint Paul, MN | $2K | 2021 |
| Focus On The FamilyGeneral & Unrestricted | Colorado Springs, CO | $1K | 2021 |