Extended Hands Ministries
Extended Hands Ministries is a private foundation based in Maple Valley, Washington. In 2020, it distributed all of its incoming funds to charities through 37 grants totaling $195,915.
Key facts about Extended Hands Ministries
In short: Extended Hands Ministries gave $196K across 37 grants in 2020 (avg $5K), mostly in Washington. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 77-0635548
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020
- Annual giving (2020)
- $195,915
- Grants made (2020)
- 37
- Average grant
- $5,295
- Median grant
- $2,100
- Primary geography
- Washington (53% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2020 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$196K
Grant Count
37
Avg Grant Size
$5K
Mission & Focus Areas
The filing does not state a separate mission for the foundation. Its 2020 grants were generally described as supporting “church and feeding programs”; one listed grant was for an “educational foundation.”
Grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of supported work. On the Frontline Ministries described its work as bringing the Gospel to people in Cambodia and other countries, including through medical outreach, orphanage support, well digging, and other humanitarian efforts. Galilee Center said it provides food, clothing, and other basic needs to underprivileged and disadvantaged people. Maple Valley Food Bank described its work as providing food and emergency services to residents in its service area. Other grantees described work including helping people move from homelessness to wholeness (Union Gospel Mission), public-policy research and education (Washington Policy Center), and government accountability work (Judicial Watch).
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 37 grants totaling $195,915. Grants ranged from $10 to $54,070, with a median grant of $2,100. The largest grants included $54,070 to Sarah Franklin Pineda Ministries, $24,500 to On the Frontline Ministries, $20,200 to Galilee Center, and $12,400 to Impact Ministries. Other listed grants included $6,300 to Voice of the Martyrs, $6,000 to Tacoma Faith Center, and $5,400 each to Run Ministries and Shared Hope.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. Washington received 53% of the grant dollars, California 23%, Virginia 6%, the District of Columbia 5%, and North Carolina 4%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 37 grants totaling $196K.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Sarah Franklin Pineda Ministries ($54K). Together the top 10 received $145K.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 36 grants of 37 (97%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sarah Franklin Pineda Ministries Maple Valley, WA | Church and Feeding Programs | $54,070 |
| On the Frontline Ministries Modesto, CA | Church and Feeding Programs | $24,500 |
| Galilee Center Mecca, CA | Church and Feeding Programs | $20,200 |
| Impact Ministries Redmond, WA | Church and Feeding Programs | $12,400 |
| Voice of the Martyrs Bartlesville, OK | Church and Feeding Programs | $6,300 |
| Tacoma Faith Center University Place, WA | Church and Feeding Programs | $6,000 |
| Run Ministries Virginia Beach, VA | Church and Feeding Programs | $5,400 |
| Shared Hope Vancouver, WA | Church and Feeding Programs | $5,400 |
| All Things Possible Colorado Springs, CO | Church and Feeding Programs | $5,200 |
| Vision for Israel Charlotte, NC | Church and Feeding Programs | $5,200 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants | Grant count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $195,915 | $195,915 | $195,915 | 37 |
| Metric | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $195,915 |
| Expenses | $195,915 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 27, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
David E. Soleim was listed as president on the 2020 filing.
Extended Hands Ministries is led by David E. Soleim, President on the 2020 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
David E. Soleim
President
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 139, Maple Valley, WA 98038
Phone: (425) 432-3122
Frequently asked questions about Extended Hands Ministries
How much does Extended Hands Ministries give each year?
Extended Hands Ministries gave $196K across 37 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Extended Hands Ministries's typical grant size?
Extended Hands Ministries's median grant in 2020 was $2,100, and its average grant was $5,295, across 37 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Extended Hands Ministries give grants?
Extended Hands Ministries gives mostly in Washington: 53% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were California (23%) and Virginia (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (5 grants), Maple Valley, WA (3 grants), Virginia Beach, VA (2 grants) and Seattle, WA (2 grants).
Does Extended Hands Ministries give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 37 grants with a stated purpose on Extended Hands Ministries's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Church and Feeding Programs" (29 grants) and "Educational Foundation" (7 grants).
Who are Extended Hands Ministries's largest grantees?
Extended Hands Ministries's largest 2020 grantees include Sarah Franklin Pineda Ministries ($54,070), On the Frontline Ministries ($24,500) and Galilee Center ($20,200), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does Extended Hands Ministries fund?
The filing does not state a separate mission for the foundation. Its 2020 grants were generally described as supporting “church and feeding programs”; one listed grant was for an “educational foundation.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Extended Hands Ministries?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Extended Hands Ministries's EIN?
Extended Hands Ministries's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 77-0635548. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Extended Hands 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-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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