Canyon Institute
Historical FunderPhoenix, Arizona · EIN 86-0977269 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $80,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | APPLY ONLINE AT HTTPSCANYONINSTITUT |
|---|---|
| Address | 3101 N CENTRAL AVE STE 1490, PHOENIX AZ 85012 |
| Phone | 6022775751 |
| Form and materials | APPLY ONLINE AT HTTPS://CANYONINSTITUTEARIZONA.ORG/SCHOLARSHIP-APPLICATIONS/AZ NOTE: CANYON INSTITUTE MAY EXTEND ANY DEADLINES IF ALL BUDGETED AMOUNTS CANNOT BE AWARDED. IN CASES WHERE CANYON INSTITUTE DOES NOT RECEIVE ENOUGH APPLICATIONS THAT SATISFY THE ABOVE CRITERIA, THE BOARD MAY EXPAND CRITERIA (E.G. ACCEPT LOWER GPA) |
| Deadlines | MAY 31ST. SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION. |
| Restrictions | THE ARIZONA RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM SUPPORTS ARIZONA RESIDENTS SEEKING CHRISTIAN HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE WESTERN UNITED STATES. THE REQUIREMENTS: 1. APPROVED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - YOU MUST BE ENROLLED AT A PRE-APPROVED CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY [THE APPROVED UNIVERSITIES WERE: AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY, CALIFORNIA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY, CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY - IRVINE, CA, PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY, POINT LOMA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY, SEATTLE PACIFIC UNIVERSITY, WESTMONT COLLEGE, AND WHITWORTH UNIVERSITY] 2. FULL-TIME - YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN AT LEAST 12 SEMESTER HOURS AT THE TIME YOU RECEIVE THE SCHOLARSHIP. 3. YOU MUST BE TAKING YOUR CLASSES ON CAMPUS. ONLINE STUDENTS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. 4. GPA - YOU MUST MAINTAIN A 3.0 GPA ON A 4.0 SCALE. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
35% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ | Canyon rising scholarship program and gcu endowed scholarship grant | $347,885 |
| Guidestone Financial Resources | Dallas, TX | Mission:dignity ministry - support for retired pastors and widows | $200,000 |
| Christian Challenge Az | Flagstaff, AZ | Campus ministry needs | $118,000 |
| Northrise University Initiative | Scottsdale, AZ | One student scholarships | $100,000 |
| Orchard Africa | Gilbert, AZ | Impact centers - ministry and care support | $80,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Phoenix, AZ | Summer camp & gcu ministries | $80,000 |
| Episcopal Relief & Development | New York, NY | Honduras micro-finance | $70,000 |
| 25 Project Inc | Mckinney, TX | Facility improvements and global leadership summit | $69,400 |
| International Mission Board of the Sbc | Richmond, VA | Thailand bangkla ministry | $62,600 |
| Missions of Hope International | Phoenix, AZ | Computer labs for schools, kenya | $60,000 |
| Filter of Hope Inc | Tuscaloosa, AL | Unreached people groups living water program (upg living water program) | $60,000 |
| Mercy House Initiative | Paradise Valley, AZ | Woman of mercy program | $50,000 |
| Heartfire Missions Inc | Scottsdale, AZ | Missions support | $50,000 |
| Goten Inc | Phoenix, AZ | Empowering refugee youth through education program | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Phoenix, AZ | Emergency family shelter program | $50,000 |
| Disciple Nations Alliance | Phoenix, AZ | The kingdomizer training program | $50,000 |
| Bethesda Foundation | Colorado Springs, CO | In-Kind grant - parcel of land for general operations | $1,320 |
The return also lists 22 grants to individuals ($66,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,565,205 | 39 |
| 2023 | $1,450,400 | 38 |
| 2022 | $1,516,616 | 35 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349104951
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-0977269
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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