Arthur S Demoss Foundation
The Arthur S DeMoss Foundation is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations and a direct activity, Literature for Little Ones, which distributes Bibles and other literature free of charge to youth and children at risk.
Arthur S Demoss Foundation at a glance
In short: Arthur S Demoss Foundation gave $5.8M across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $1.2M), mostly in Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $5,813,782
- -22.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,162,756
- -22.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $29,620
- Total assets
- $34,687,032
- -12.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (88% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Arthur S Demoss Foundation
- 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. Grant requests are not accepted for the Literature for Little Ones initiative.
- Contact
Mailing address: 700 South Dixie Highway 105, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: (561) 804-9000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Arthur S Demoss Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Literature for Little Ones ($5.1M). Together the top 5 received $5.8M.
Grant Size Distribution
34 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 34 (35%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports grant dollars going to recipients in Florida (88%), Illinois (12%), and Pennsylvania (0%). The listed recipients were located in West Palm Beach and Orlando, Florida; Wheaton and Oak Brook, Illinois; and Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Arthur S Demoss Foundation gives
- Giving grew 44% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 448% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $4.0M (2021) to $7.5M (2023). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $5.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Literature for Little Ones West Palm Beach, FL | Literature Distribution and General Support | $5,063,162 |
| Mission Eurasia Wheaton, IL | General Support | $695,000 |
| CRU - East Asia School of Theology Orlando, FL | General Support | $29,620 |
| Scripture Union Valley Forge, PA | General Support | $20,000 |
| Mayslake Village Oak Brook, IL | General Support | $6,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34,687,032 | $2,916,382 | $7,816,412 | $5,813,782 | 5 | $6,863,232 | $1,967,011 | $1,532,309 |
| 2023 | $39,592,700 | $2,581,427 | $9,421,792 | $7,537,291 | 5 | $8,485,668 | $1,649,594 | $2,004,067 |
| 2022 | $46,433,056 | $3,390,654 | $8,612,467 | $6,572,557 | 9 | $7,523,029 | $2,304,574 | $2,362,405 |
| 2021 | $51,654,689 | $3,520,182 | $6,165,031 | $4,045,056 | 7 | $5,002,020 | $2,443,502 | $2,837,403 |
| 2020 | $54,299,283 | $2,498,344 | $6,872,524 | $4,973,605 | 8 | — | $1,743,082 | $2,692,726 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Arthur S Demoss Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.5M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s 2024 filing describes Literature for Little Ones as an initiative intended to give youth and children an opportunity to learn about God. Bibles and other literature are distributed free to youth and children at risk in schools and through grassroots programs in developing nations.
Among its grantees, Scripture Union describes its mission as working with churches and partners to share the Christian message with children, young people, and families, and to encourage people to engage with the Bible and prayer. The foundation’s 2024 grants also included general support for other organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported five grants totaling $5,813,782. The grants ranged from $6,000 to $5,063,162, with a median of $29,620.
The largest grants were $5,063,162 to Literature for Little Ones for literature distribution and general support, and $695,000 to Mission Eurasia for general support. Other listed grants were $29,620 to CRU - East Asia School of Theology, $20,000 to Scripture Union, and $6,000 to Mayslake Village, each for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Nancy DeMoss as Chairman of the Board & Treasurer, Charlotte DeMoss as Secretary & Assistant Trea., and Elisabeth DeMoss as Assistant Secretary.
Arthur S Demoss Foundation is led by Nancy Demoss, Chairman of Board & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; all 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nancy Demoss
Chairman of Board & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
$75K (2020) → $50K (2024)
Charlotte Demoss
Secretary & Assistant Treasurer
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$193K (2020) → $193K (2024)
Elisabeth Demoss
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$161K (2020) → $165K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $193K, to Charlotte Demoss (Secretary & Assistant Trea). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Arthur S Demoss Foundation
How much does Arthur S Demoss Foundation give each year?
Arthur S Demoss Foundation gave $5.8M across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $7.5M across 5 grants.
What is Arthur S Demoss Foundation's typical grant size?
Arthur S Demoss Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $29,620, and its average grant was $1,162,756, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Arthur S Demoss Foundation give grants?
Arthur S Demoss Foundation gives mostly in Florida: 88% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Illinois (12%).
Does Arthur S Demoss Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Arthur S Demoss Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (5 of 5) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Arthur S Demoss Foundation's largest grantees?
Arthur S Demoss Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Literature for Little Ones ($5,063,162), Mission Eurasia ($695,000) and CRU - East Asia School of Theology ($29,620), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
How large is Arthur S Demoss Foundation?
Arthur S Demoss Foundation reported $34.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $6.9M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.5M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Arthur S Demoss Foundation fund?
The foundation’s 2024 filing describes Literature for Little Ones as an initiative intended to give youth and children an opportunity to learn about God. Bibles and other literature are distributed free to youth and children at risk in schools and through grassroots programs in developing nations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Arthur S Demoss Foundation?
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 Arthur S Demoss Foundation's EIN?
Arthur S Demoss Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-6404136. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Arthur S Demoss Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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