Sowing Circle
Lake Forest, California · EIN 330754078 · Private foundation
Based in Lake Forest, California, Sowing Circle has awarded $6.2M across 91 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Blue Letter Bible. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Sowing Circle funds
Sowing Circle's giving carries a documented focus on education, faith-based (christian).
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Letter Bible Missions | Lake Forest, CA | $1.0M | 2018 |
| Blue Letter Bible Missions | Lake Forest, CA | $750K | 2019 |
| Blue Letter Bible Missions | Greenville, SC | $680K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Sowing Circle
Sowing Circle's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at sowingcircle.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Sowing Circle
- Does Sowing Circle accept grant applications?
- Sowing Circle's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Sowing Circle fund?
- Sowing Circle's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Blue Letter Bible. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Sowing Circle give in grants?
- Sowing Circle reported $790K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.2M over 91 grants.
- Where is Sowing Circle located?
- Sowing Circle is based in Lake Forest, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 330754078.
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