Christian Charities Foundation
Historical FunderPeoria, Illinois · EIN 37-6058120 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$119K
Organizations funded51
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$1.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $2,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DOUG OBERLANDER |
|---|---|
| Address | 2216 W ALTORFER DRIVE, PEORIA IL 61615 |
| Phone | 3094530752 |
| Form and materials | THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION AND HOW THE FUNDS WILL BE USED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | RELIGIOUS AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS |
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
45% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epc | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $7,800 |
| Midwest Food Bank | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $7,800 |
| Mercury One Inc | Irving, TX | Christian ministry | $7,400 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $6,000 |
| Dream Center Peoria | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $4,600 |
| The Nazarene Fund | Irving, TX | Christian ministry | $3,600 |
| Pathway Ministries | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,800 |
| Wpeo Radio | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,800 |
| Samaritans Purse | Boone, NC | Christian ministry | $2,400 |
| Northminister Learning Center | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,250 |
| American Center for Law and Justice | Washington, DC | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| American Family Association | Tupelo, MS | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Peoria | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Capitol Ministries | Phoenix, AZ | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship of Illinois | Washington, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Children's Home Foundation | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Disabled American Vets | Cincinnati, OH | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Food for the Poor Inc | Coconut Creek, FL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Washington, DC | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Illinois Family Associates | Tinley Park, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Indopartners Agency | Mesa, AZ | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| International Fellowship of Christians and Jews | Washington, DC | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Jentezen Franklin Ministries | Gainsville, GA | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Madonna of the Streets Inc | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Men of Strongholds Inc | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Passions for Souls | Fort Dodge, IA | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Peoria Christian Center | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Pre-Born | Indianapolis, IN | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | Merrifield, VA | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Rustic Hope | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Shriners Children's Hospitals | Tampa, FL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| South Side Mission | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Tcrc Inc | Tremont, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Tunnels 2 Towers | Staten Island, NY | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Warm Blankets Orphan Care | Rolling Meadows, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Youth for Christ | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| Timber Pointe Charitable Foundation | Bloomington, IL | Christian ministry | $1,800 |
| Elite Community Outreach | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $1,600 |
| First Liberty | Plano, TX | Christian ministry | $1,600 |
| Jesus Film Project | Orlando, FL | Christian ministry | $1,600 |
| Jesus Online Ministries | Higley, AZ | Christian ministry | $1,600 |
| Moody Bible Institute | Chicago, IL | Christian ministry | $1,600 |
| Young Life | Prescott, AZ | Christian ministry | $1,600 |
| Pet Pack Rescue Initiative | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $600 |
| Taps Animal Shelter | Pekin, IL | Christian ministry | $600 |
| Wcic Radio | Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $500 |
| Adult and Teen Challenge | Pekin, IL | Christian ministry | $300 |
| Enough Stuff Club | East Peoria, IL | Christian ministry | $300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $119,150 | 51 |
| 2024 | $155,825 | 51 |
| 2023 | $111,400 | 52 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601269349101775
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-6058120
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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