Seeds of Change Foundation
Historical FunderSioux Falls, South Dakota · EIN 47-1654423 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $772,850 and $3,163,264.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MACY KAISER |
|---|---|
| Address | 4615 N LEWIS AVE, SIOUX FALLS SD 57104 |
| Phone | 6059654984 |
| M.KAISER@SEEDSOFCHANGE.ORG | |
| Form and materials | THE APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE, AND IT CAN BE SUBMITTED FROM THERE. THE APPLICATION IS ACCESSIBLE AT: HTTPS://SEEDSOFCHANGE.ORG/APPLY/ |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS OPEN UP ON JULY 1ST, AND NEED TO BE SUBMITTED BY AUGUST 31ST. |
| Restrictions | INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES ARE OUR MAIN FOCUS. WE LARGELY CONCENTRATE ON PROGRAMS WITHIN EDUCATION, AGRICULTURE, AND ENVIRONMENT - SPECIFICALLY CLEAN COOKSTOVES. |
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
75% of grants went outside South Dakota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Input Promotions Africa | Nairobi, KE | Operating expenses | $4,900,000 |
| Light Up Hope | Broomfield, CO | Operating expenses | $3,163,264 |
| Asone Ministries | Sioux Falls, SD | Capital expenses | $1,239,303 |
| Justin Wren Foundation Dba Fight for the Forgotten | Austin, TX | Capital expenses to build community center & school | $850,000 |
| Global Health Ministries | Minneapolis, MN | For water wells, training | $772,850 |
| Kakuswi School for the Deaf | Tawa, KE | Operating and capital expenses | $172,524 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,097,941 | 6 |
| 2023 | $8,734,116 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 21, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542949349100119
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-1654423
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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