Concordia Lutheran Ministries Foundation is a public charity based in Cabot, Pennsylvania, serving as the primary charitable outreach arm for the Concordia Lutheran Ministries network of companies. Founded in 1881 as the Evangelical Lutheran Concordia Orphans and Old Peoples Home, the organization has served western Pennsylvania for over 140 years. The Foundation manages the raising, receiving, and expending of funds to support its affiliated organizations and provides charitable assistance to third-party organizations through its Angel Tear Ministries program.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$264.2M
+11.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$14.2M
+491.0% YoY
Grant Count
55
-3.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$257K
+512.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation's exempt purpose is to manage funds in furtherance of the mission statement and corporate promises of Concordia Lutheran Health and Human Care and its network of affiliated 501(c)(3) organizations. The Foundation serves "the Triune God by providing for the needs of His people" with a Christian mission focus.
Primary funding priorities include:
- Faith-based organizations serving children, families, and the elderly
- Health and human care services
- Education
- Philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking
- Human services
Grantmaking
The Foundation's primary grant program for third-party organizations funded nearly 100 unique organizations in fiscal year 2023, including missions in over 30 countries and 15 churches.
Grant Range
$5,713–$817,148
Average Grant
amount: approximately $237,000
Review Cycle
September 30 annually
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation supports organizations with international and domestic reach, with a preference for organizations near Concordia facilities in western Pennsylvania. In 2023, grants supported organizations across over 30 countries.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $264,155,526
- Total revenues: $23,309,732
- Total expenses: $15,461,763
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $237,691,122
- Total giving: $13,518,326
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $264,155,526 | $237,691,122 | $203,900,854 |
| Revenue | $23,309,732 | $23,077,865 | $34,450,790 |
| Expenses | $15,461,763 | $14,323,641 | $13,346,572 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $11,624,465 | $7,215,206 | $18,853,845 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
242 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Concordia Lutheran Ministries ($11,552,033), Compassion International ($947,029), Concordia Lutheran Health and Human Care ($542,815).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Concordia Lutheran Ministries Cabot, PA | Donation to further the mission and corporate promise of Concordia Lutheran Minsitries (EIN 20-5138278) and its affiliates. | $11,552,033 |
| Compassion International Colorado Springs, CO | To provide sponsorship, including educational, basic needs, drought relief and pastoral guidance through sharing the Gospel, to sponsored children in Kenya and Ethiopia. | $947,029 |
| Concordia Lutheran Health and Human Care Cabot, PA | Donation to further the mission and corporate promise of Concordia Lutheran Minsitries (EIN 20-5138278) and its affiliates. | $542,815 |
| Good Samaritan Hospice Valencia, PA | Donation to further the mission and corporate promise of Concordia Lutheran Minsitries (EIN 20-5138278) and its affiliates. | $127,303 |
| Concordia Lutheran Minsitries of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | Donation to further the mission and corporate promise of Concordia Lutheran Minsitries (EIN 20-5138278) and its affiliates. | $125,044 |
| Pittsburgh Area Lutheran Schools Oakmont, PA | To provide scholarships for the PALS schools (three K-8; ten preschools) for those families that cannot afford tuition. Providing scholarships to families enables Lutheran schools to reach those in need as God instructed in Matthew 25:40. | $67,500 |
| Fuller Center Disaster Rebuilders Danvers, MA | To provide labor and material costs for teams to rehab neighborhoods affected by Hurricane Ida. | $50,000 |
| Friends of Pioneer Angola, NY | To support the Campership Assistance program which allows eligible student campers from the surrounding region the opportunity to experience Confirmand Camp at this lakeside retreat camp. | $37,500 |
| LCMS Mission Advancement St Louis, MO | Partial funds to support Alliance Missionaries - Pastors from partner churches who coordinate with the LCMS as missionaries or instructors are called Alliance Missionaries. Partial funds support Christ's Care for Children: Kenya Program - a collaboration with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Kenya (ELCK) and the many faithful contributing congregations and members, provide a Christ-centered, loving, caring and safe environment as well as food, clothing, healthcare and access to primary school education that otherwise would be out of reach for vulnerable children throughout Kenya. | $32,500 |
| St Luke Foundation for Haiti Miami, FL | Funds to help bolster their Essential Medicines Fund for vulnerable patients within the Haitian healthcare system. | $30,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Keith Frndak - President
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keith Frndak-See Schedule O | Chair/President | 1 | — |
| Brian Hortert-See Schedule O | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Michael Falbo-See Schedule O | Secretary/Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Tammy Young-See Schedule O | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Misty Ingram-See Schedule O | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Conor Hagey-See Schedule O | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Adam Toncini-See Schedule O | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Tim Temple-See Schedule O | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Rev Ronald Breight | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Rande Casaday | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Don Olmstead | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Robert Schmidt | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Jim Wolf | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Rev Jamison Hardy | Board Member | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023-2206
Phone: 724-352-1571
Website: concordialm.org
Email: giving@concordialm.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Concordia Lutheran Ministriesfoundation fund?
The Foundation's exempt purpose is to manage funds in furtherance of the mission statement and corporate promises of Concordia Lutheran Health and Human Care and its network of affiliated 501(c)(3) organizations. The Foundation serves "the Triune God by providing for the needs of His people" with a Christian mission focus. Primary funding priorities include: • Faith-based organizations serving children, families, and the elderly • Health and human care services • Education • Philanthropy, volun…
How do I apply for a grant from Concordia Lutheran Ministriesfoundation?
**Grant Activity (2023):** • Total giving: $13,518,326 • Number of awards: 57 • Average grant amount: approximately $237,000 • Grant range: $5,713–$817,148 **Angel Tear Ministries Fund:** The Foundation's primary grant program for third-party organizations funded nearly 100 unique organizations in fiscal year 2023, including missions in over 30 countries and 15 churches. **Application Process:** • Application deadline: September 30 annually • Contact: giving@concordialm.org or 724-352-1571, ext…
Where does Concordia Lutheran Ministriesfoundation make grants?
The Foundation supports organizations with international and domestic reach, with a preference for organizations near Concordia facilities in western Pennsylvania. In 2023, grants supported organizations across over 30 countries.
What size grants does Concordia Lutheran Ministriesfoundation award?
In 2024, Concordia Lutheran Ministriesfoundation awarded 55 grants totaling $14.2M — an average of about $257K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Concordia Lutheran Ministriesfoundation's EIN?
Concordia Lutheran Ministriesfoundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-5138266. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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