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Gordon Christian Trust

Gordon Christian Trust

Grand Rapids, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-2596725
DAF Sponsor
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Gordon Christian Trust

Grand Rapids, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-2596725
DAF Sponsor

Overview

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Est.

1984

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Gordon Christian Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding in Georgia, Florida, and Wisconsin, with a total of $23.2 million in grants paid to 375 grantees in 2023. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the trust can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TYPE I SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION TO GULL LAKE MINISTRIES. CONTRIBUTIONS MADE TO ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT UNDER 501(C)(3) AND 509(A)(1) AT THE DISCRETION OF GULL LAKE MINISTRIES.
Total Funding Given

$23.2M

2023
Grantees funded
375
Multi-year grantees
43%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

2

Median 1st year grant
$40.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
J
James Dekryter
Board Member
J
Joyce Williams
Board Member
N
Neil Nyberg
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Gordon Christian Trust?
No. Gordon Christian Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Gordon Christian Trust give?
Gordon Christian Trust primarily gives to organizations located in Georgia, Florida, and Wisconsin. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Gordon Christian Trust’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Gordon Christian Trust fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $41 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Gordon Christian Trust make each year?
In 2023, Gordon Christian Trust awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $23.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Gordon Christian Trust fund recently?
In 2024, Gordon Christian Trust awarded grants to about 380 grantees. Recent grantees include NATL CHRISTIAN CHARITABLE FDN INC, InterVarsity Christian FellowshipUSA, and IGFT Corporation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Gordon Christian Trust?
Gordon Christian Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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