His First Foundation
Historical FunderPeoria, Illinois · EIN 37-1414330 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JOHN WIELAND |
|---|---|
| Address | 8901 N INDUSTRIAL RD, PEORIA IL 61615 |
| Phone | 3096864048 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN LETTER EXPLAINING NEED, AMOUNT REQUESTED AND PURPOSE. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | FUNDS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO THE FOLLOWING GROUPS: 1. FAITH BASED ORGANIZATIONS 2. SECULAR "GOOD WORKS ORGANIZATIONS WHOSE VALUES ALIGN WITH "FOUNDATION" 3. PEOPLE IN NEED SUFFERING BECAUSE OF OUTSIDE CIRCUMSTANCES COMPLETELY OUT OF THEIR CONTROL |
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
37% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wtvp | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $300,000 |
| Dream Center Peoria | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Pathway Ministries | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Citi Vision | New York, NY | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Wpeo | East Peoria, IL | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Youth for Christ | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Destiny for Women | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Friendship House | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Lifesong | Gridley, IL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Lone Pine Ministries | Dallas, TX | Charitable | $25,000 |
| South Side Mission | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Crescent Project | Indianapolis, IN | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Hands of Love | Washington, IL | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | Wichita, KS | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Biblical Counseling Ministry | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Black Buffalo Global Missions | Silverton, OR | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cadre Ministry | Sycamore, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | Warrenton, MO | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Community Workshop Training Center | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Epic | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Wichita, KS | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jesus on Line | Higley, AZ | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ninety Five Network | Simpsonville, SC | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Paacs Christian Medical & Dental | Dallas, TX | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Peoria Christian School | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Marys School of Kickapoo | Edwards, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Bartlesville, OK | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Youth Horizon | Wichita, KS | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Bible Society | Topeka, KS | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Young Life | Colorado Springs, CO | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Peoria Christian Center | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Crittention Center | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Great News Radio | Fisher, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Looks Its My Book | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Peoria Historical Society | Peoria, IL | Charitable | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,042,500 | 37 |
| 2024 | $1,832,500 | 37 |
| 2023 | $1,745,000 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622189349100012
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-1414330
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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