Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc
The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph, based in La Grange Park, Illinois, is a public charity. Its affiliated CSJ Ministries organization exercises civil and canonical responsibilities for various congregation-sponsored ministries, including oversight of the governance and operations of sponsored ministries that are civilly incorporated.
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc at a glance
In short: Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc gave $984K across 14 grants in 2025 (avg $70K), top state Illinois. 29% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $983,842
- -51.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 14
- +40.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $70,274
- -65.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $75,059
- Total assets
- $36,196,004
- +6.3% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (4 of 14, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Illinois (25% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 1515 West Ogden Avenue, Lagrange Park, IL 60526
Phone: (312) 568-9159
Website: https://csjoseph.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Catholic Mobilizing Network ($230K). Together the top 10 received $949K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($6,686), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
64 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 24 grants of 64 (38%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in Illinois (25%), Washington, D.C. (23%), Kansas (18%), Missouri (12%), and Ohio (11%). Listed recipients also include organizations in West Virginia, Indiana, and Louisiana. The congregation’s website describes local-community giving as well as responses to national and international organizations and disasters.
The Spirit of St. Joseph Award’s stated geographic scope is schools where the Sisters of St. Joseph had a long-time presence, including schools in Illinois, West Virginia, and surrounding regions. The internship program covers multiple ministry locations across the congregation’s service areas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 4 of 14 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $12K; repeat grants $94K. How we count
Medians: $11K first-time, $88K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2021–2025). 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 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $984K (2025) to $6.8M (2021). In 2025 it made 14 grants totaling $984K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Mobilizing Network Washington, DC | Financial Assistance | $230,364 |
| Taller De Jose Chicago, IL | Financial Assistance | $124,950 |
| Healing Action Network St. Louis, MO | Financial Assistance | $122,000 |
| Stjoseph Academy Cleveland, OH | Financial Assistance | $110,843 |
| Sisters of St Joseph Dear Neighbors Ministries Wichita, KS | Financial Assistance | $88,950 |
| Stepstone Inc Wichita, KS | Financial Assistance | $87,450 |
| The Well Spirituality Center Inc Lagrange Park, IL | Financial Assistance | $87,318 |
| Able Families Kermit, WV | Financial Assistance | $62,800 |
| Nazareth Acadamy Inc Lagrange Park, IL | Financial Assistance | $18,000 |
| Christ in the Wilderness Inc Stockton, IL | Financial Assistance | $15,981 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,196,004 | $2,935,265 | $1,709,135 | $983,842 | 14 | $2,932,265 |
| 2024 | $34,060,055 | $2,406,251 | $2,727,352 | $2,015,333 | 10 | $2,403,751 |
| 2023 | $32,218,148 | $1,158,411 | $1,854,512 | $1,143,269 | 13 | $1,154,911 |
| 2022 | $31,244,440 | $1,599,764 | $2,036,271 | $1,254,063 | 15 | $1,596,764 |
| 2021 | $38,717,668 | $4,036,137 | $7,687,172 | $6,769,879 | 12 | $3,862,857 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated corporate mission is to exercise civil and canonical responsibilities for various sponsored ministries of the congregation, including serving as the member of incorporated ministries and overseeing their governance and operations. The congregation’s broader mission is to live and work for unity among people, God, and creation.
Its stated granting opportunities include projects addressing a particular topic or concern in partnership with a nonprofit; environmental initiatives; responses to national and international organizations and disasters; and local needs, especially those of people experiencing poverty or marginalization. Its Generous Promise Grant Fund is intended to support systemic change with potential for lasting impact, including work addressing poverty, discrimination, violence, ecological degradation, oppression, and racism. The fund’s process is paused for 2026 while its guidelines, focus, and priorities are assessed.
Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of supported work. Taller de José says it connects people to health, legal, and social services. Able Families describes work addressing rural poverty and its systemic causes. Healing Action Network says it combats commercial sexual exploitation through awareness, advocacy, and support for survivors. Christ in the Wilderness describes itself as a retreat center welcoming people to spend time in a secluded natural environment.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the organization reported 14 grants totaling $983,842. Grant sizes ranged from $6,000 to $230,364, with a median of $75,059. Among the largest reported grants were $230,364 to Catholic Mobilizing Network, $124,950 to Taller de José, $122,000 to Healing Action Network, $110,843 to St. Joseph Academy, and $88,950 to Sisters of St. Joseph Dear Neighbors Ministries. Each was listed for “financial assistance.”
The organization says funding levels vary. Organizations receiving funds must submit quarterly financial reports and annual reports summarizing program implementation; CSJ Ministries also conducts annual on-site visits. The website describes partnerships with organizations ranging from grassroots initiatives to established entities, and says a significant portion of giving supports nonprofits with which sisters or associates are involved.
The Spirit of St. Joseph Award is an annual recognition for a student at a partner school who exemplifies generous, loving service; its stated deadline is 2026-05-31. A separate paid summer internship in ministry leadership is for eligible young adults ages 19–24; its stated deadline is 2026-03-30. These are participant opportunities, not grants to outside organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Michael Biehl as treasurer and Michael Griffin as secretary. It lists Magalie Augustave, Rebecca Bennet, Michael Boucree, Kathleen Brazda CSJ, Princella Graham, Rose Hefner CSJ, Lisa Hyatt, and Marco Lopez as board members.
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc is led by Theresea Denton, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 2 of 16 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Theresea Denton
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$159K (2023) → $193K (2025)
Kristy Roubique
Chair
Treasurer → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dalia Bagdonas Rocotello
Assistant Director
Secretary → Assistant Director, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$120K (2024) → $125K (2025)
Kathleen Sherman Csj
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Biehl
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Clement Martin
Board Member
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Hyatt
Board Member
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Magalie Augustave
Board Member
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Princella Graham
Board Member
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dana Murray
Board Member
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kerry McGuire
Vice Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2025
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marco Lopez
Board Member
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Boucree
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Griffin
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca Bennet
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rose Hefner Csj
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (13)
- Former: Anne Marie Pecon (2021–2024) — Vice Chair
- Former: Cynthia Taueg (2021–2024) — Secretary
- Former: Jean McGrath Csj (2021–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Jackie Goodin Csj (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Sallie Latkovich Csj (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Christopher Young (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Janet Fleischhacker Csj (2021–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: Jim Folk (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Mike Griffin (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Pam Wong (2021–2022) — Chair
- Former: Tim Kilmartin (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Dara Munson (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Michael Mayans (2021) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $193K, to Theresea Denton (Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc
How much does Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc give each year?
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc gave $984K across 14 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $2.0M across 10 grants.
What is Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's typical grant size?
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's median grant in 2025 was $75,059, and its average grant was $70,274, across 14 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc that year got $12K on average.
Where does Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc give grants?
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's top state is Illinois, with 25% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were District of Columbia (23%) and Kansas (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were Wichita, KS (2 grants) and Lagrange Park, IL (2 grants).
Does Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Financial Assistance" (14 grants).
Who are Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's largest grantees?
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Catholic Mobilizing Network ($230,364), Taller De Jose ($124,950) and Healing Action Network ($122,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($6,686), which are not listed by name. Together they received 49% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc?
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc reported $36.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.9M.
What does Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc fund?
The organization’s stated corporate mission is to exercise civil and canonical responsibilities for various sponsored ministries of the congregation, including serving as the member of incorporated ministries and overseeing their governance and operations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc?
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check csjoseph.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's EIN?
Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph Ministries Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 80-0197684. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS December 19, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 19, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS December 11, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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