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Est.

1994

Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The First Baptist Church of Phoenix Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses its grantmaking efforts in Arizona, having distributed a total of $212.3K across 55 grantees in 2025. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

FULFILL THE MISSIONARY LEGACY OF THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX, (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)FULFILL THE MISSIONARY LEGACY OF THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX, SEEKS TO SUPPORT THE CONVERSION OF NON-BELIEVERS THROUGH PROVIDING NEEDED FUNDING PRIMARILY FOR CHURCH PLANTS AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES.
Total Funding Given
$212.3K
2025
Grantees funded
55
Multi-year grantees
60%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
15
Median 1st year grant
$12K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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Sandra Richmond
Board Member
G
Gary Hamman
Board Member
R
Reinhard Geissler
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN?
No. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN give?
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN primarily gives to organizations located in Arizona, California, and Pennsylvania. 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 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN make each year?
In 2025, FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $212 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN fund recently?
In 2025, FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include EXCEL LEADERSHIP NETWORK INC, PARTNERS IN ACTION INC, and YOUNG LIFE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN?
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PHOENIX FOUNDATION % ARIZONA COMMUNITY FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.