First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls
It is recognized that a large downtown church has the opportunity for a broad ministry, the financial requirements of which exceed the contributions available from the current congregation. It is desired therefore, to establish a sizable fund in the foundation to be used for the support of church programs considered beyond those essential for the operation of the church.
First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls at a glance
In short: First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls gave $161K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $161K), mostly in South Dakota. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $160,575
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- Average grant
- $160,575
- Median grant
- $160,575
- Total assets
- $4,600,639
- +86.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- South Dakota (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated November 2026.
Who First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Sioux Falls First United Methodist Church ($161K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $161K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls First United Methodist Church Sioux Falls, SD | Program Support | $160,575 |
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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 | $4,600,639 | $200,791 | $193,644 | $160,575 | 1 | $86,998 |
| 2024 | $2,472,303 | $415,664 | $280,809 | — | — | $319,965 |
| 2023 | $2,508,170 | $125,884 | $236,786 | — | — | $68,553 |
| 2022 | $2,640,701 | $131,441 | $109,131 | — | — | $54,306 |
| 2021 | $2,622,281 | $332,777 | $180,939 | — | — | $206,736 |
| 2020 | $2,467,325 | $182,095 | $204,514 | — | — | $77,318 |
About First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls
Based on IRS filings
First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls is a public charity, based in Sioux Falls, SD. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $4.6M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $161K. Net investment income was $87K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls is led by Elizabeth Rezek, President since 2025 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 11 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Elizabeth Rezek
President
Director → Chairperson, 2021
Chairperson → President, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dale Jans
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tom Van Wyhe
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amy Hinrich
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Wahlstrom
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rich Brenneman
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Quincey
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jane Leonhardt
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ron Roehr
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jill Johnson
Secretary
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$12K (2025)
Ryan Dean
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Sara Nelson (2024) — Chairperson
- Former: Brian Moberly (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Michael Skuodas (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Pastor Sara Nelson (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: David Eiesland (2020) — Director
- Former: Dean Sorenson (2020) — Director
- Former: Linda Baker (2020) — Director
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 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $12K, to Jill Johnson (Secretary).
Frequently asked questions about First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls
How much does First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls give each year?
First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls gave $161K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls?
First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls reported $4.6M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $201K.
Where does First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls operate?
First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls has awarded grants in South Dakota.
What is First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls's EIN?
First United Methodist Church Foundation of Sioux Falls's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-0355004. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS September 16, 2026)
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