A2 Ministries
A2 Ministries is a private foundation based in Saugatuck, Michigan. It supports charitable organizations through grants; its 2025 filing says contributions are made only to preselected organizations.
A2 Ministries at a glance
In short: A2 Ministries gave $136K across 15 grants in 2025 (avg $9K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $136,136
- +7.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 15
- -28.6% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $9,076
- +50.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $3,899
- Total assets
- $1,158,200
- -0.7% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (64% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to A2 Ministries
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 730 North Maple Street, Saugatuck, MI 49453
Phone: (847) 431-0552
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who A2 Ministries funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Questscope ($77K). Together the top 10 received $133K.
Grant Size Distribution
62 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 57 grants of 62 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Minnesota (64%), New York (13%), Virginia (10%), Michigan (5%), and Washington, DC (3%). The listed grants also included recipients in California, Wisconsin, and Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How A2 Ministries gives
- 53% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 79% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 231% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $76K (2022) to $136K (2025). In 2025 it made 15 grants totaling $136K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Questscope Minneapolis, MN | Refugee Care | $76,500 |
| The Telos Group Annandale, VA | Support | $14,000 |
| Bethlehem Bible College Minneapolis, MN | Support | $11,000 |
| American Friends of Parents Circle New York, NY | Peacemaking Assistance | $8,753 |
| American Friends of Combatants for Peace New York, NY | Support | $5,050 |
| Nonviolence International Washington, DC | Support | $4,120 |
| Holy Apostles New York City, NY | Support | $4,000 |
| Hikma Health San Jose, CA | Support | $3,899 |
| Douglas United Church of Christ Douglas, MI | Support | $3,082 |
| Practice Collective Southfield, MI | Support | $2,238 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
In 2025, the foundation reported 15 grants; in 2024, 21; and in 2023, 18.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,158,200 | $159,152 | $162,499 | $136,136 | 15 | $136,136 | $66,477 | $58,816 |
| 2024 | $1,166,702 | $379,835 | $168,338 | $126,830 | 21 | $126,830 | $273,327 | $59,088 |
| 2023 | $1,019,170 | $127,724 | $147,896 | $103,706 | 18 | $103,706 | — | $47,954 |
| 2022 | $836,788 | $108,333 | $92,282 | $76,050 | 3 | — | $41,333 | — |
| 2021 | $1,034,365 | $90,636 | $114,744 | $90,500 | 5 | — | $25,636 | — |
| 2020 | $1,027,231 | $2,627 | $172,478 | $90,050 | 4 | — | $-7,373 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, A2 Ministries reported a distributable amount of $59K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
A2 Ministries does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2025 grants included support for organizations working in several areas. QUESTSCOPE’s stated mission is to improve quality of life in marginalized communities. Non-Violence International says it advocates for active nonviolence and supports constructive nonviolent campaigns worldwide. HIKMA HEALTH says it creates free, open-source electronic health record software for clinics in low-resource settings. The Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness says it works to improve systems and support communities to prevent and end homelessness. Velo Kids says its mission is to get all kids on bikes and promote active outdoor lifestyles while teaching bike skills, safety, and stewardship.
Grantmaking
In 2025, A2 Ministries gave $136,136 through 15 grants. Grants ranged from $100 to $76,500, with a median grant of $3,899.
The largest grants included $76,500 to QUESTSCOPE for refugee care; $14,000 to The Telos Group for support; $11,000 to Bethlehem Bible College for support; $8,753 to American Friends of Parents Circle for peacemaking assistance; and $5,050 to American Friends of Combatants for Peace for support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Lynne D Hybels as president, and William J Hybels, Shauna Niequist, and Todd Hybels as directors.
A2 Ministries is led by Lynne D. Hybels, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Lynne D. Hybels
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$8K (2020) → $0 (2025)
William J. Hybels
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shauna Niequist
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Hybels
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Ronald Vanderpol (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Sara Giesler (2020–2023) — Director & Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2022 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2022 filing was $6K, to Lynne Hybels (President).
Frequently asked questions about A2 Ministries
How much does A2 Ministries give each year?
A2 Ministries gave $136K across 15 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $127K across 21 grants.
What is A2 Ministries's typical grant size?
A2 Ministries's median grant in 2025 was $3,899, and its average grant was $9,076, across 15 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does A2 Ministries give grants?
A2 Ministries gives mostly in Minnesota: 64% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (13%) and Virginia (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Minneapolis, MN (2 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does A2 Ministries give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 15 grants with a stated purpose on A2 Ministries's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support" (13 grants).
Who are A2 Ministries's largest grantees?
A2 Ministries's largest 2025 grantees include Questscope ($76,500), The Telos Group ($14,000) and Bethlehem Bible College ($11,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 75% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is A2 Ministries?
A2 Ministries reported $1.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $136K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $59K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does A2 Ministries fund?
A2 Ministries does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2025 grants included support for organizations working in several areas. QUESTSCOPE’s stated mission is to improve quality of life in marginalized communities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from A2 Ministries?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is A2 Ministries's EIN?
A2 Ministries's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-0707616. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does A2 Ministries accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 1, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 17, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 5, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 4, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 14, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 28, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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