Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific
The Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific is a private foundation based in West Barnstable, Massachusetts. Its stated mission is to foster contextual theological thought, education, and formation of Christian leaders in Asia and the Pacific; in 2024, it reported 42 grants totaling $561,301.
Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific at a glance
In short: Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific gave $561K across 42 grants in 2024 (avg $13K), top state Indiana. 88% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $561,301
- -0.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 42
- -6.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $13,364
- +7.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $7,500
- Total assets
- $18,623,351
- +1.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 88% first-time grantees (37 of 42, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Indiana (4% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its website lists a grant policy and application materials, but the available information does not specify an application process or required materials.
- Contact
Mailing address: 35 Williams Path, West Barnstable, MA 02668
Phone: (412) 522-4174
Website: https://www.fteap.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Association for Theological Education in Southeast Asia ($69K). Together the top 10 received $362K.
Grant Size Distribution
189 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 171 grants of 189 (90%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s stated work centers on Asia and the Pacific. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations and institutions associated with theological education in Southeast Asia and other parts of the region, as well as recipients in the United States.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 42 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific open to new grantees?
88%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 37 of 42 grantees (88%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $12K; repeat grants $26K. How we count
Medians: $7K first-time, $31K repeat.
- 10% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−16%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 107% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $561K (2024) to $666K (2021). In 2024 it made 42 grants totaling $561K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Association for Theological Education in Southeast Asia | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $69,040 |
| Myanmar Institute of Theology | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $58,700 |
| Senate of Serampore | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $46,500 |
| World Council of Churches-Bossey | Scholarships | $40,000 |
| Bangkok Institute of Theology | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $33,000 |
| South Pacific Assoc of Theological Schools | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $31,000 |
| Friends of Burma Fort Wayne, IN | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $23,500 |
| The Association of Theological Schools in Indonesia | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $20,000 |
| The Asian Womens Resource Center for Culture and Theology (AWRC) | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $20,000 |
| World Council of Churches Ecumenical Institute | Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific | $20,000 |
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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 | $18,623,351 | $442,386 | $1,043,171 | $561,301 | 42 | $981,113 | $351,002 | $918,877 |
| 2023 | $18,319,504 | $446,624 | $884,132 | $561,396 | 45 | $870,915 | $443,225 | $863,888 |
| 2022 | $16,807,408 | $502,964 | $1,063,849 | $663,584 | 37 | $1,054,317 | $480,105 | $895,071 |
| 2021 | $21,543,121 | $518,863 | $876,266 | $665,536 | 32 | $866,656 | $516,129 | $1,054,611 |
| 2020 | $20,732,557 | $454,898 | $750,455 | $583,490 | 33 | — | $449,013 | $883,553 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific reported a distributable amount of $919K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is to foster the ongoing development of contextual theological thought, education, and formation of Christian leaders in Asia and the Pacific. It says it works through partnerships and collaborations, especially with theological schools, associations, movements, and ecumenical theological networks. Its stated commitments include facilitating consultations, conferences, institutes, and publications; supporting context-responsive theological education; and funding programs and schools in Asia and the Pacific.
The 2024 filing describes many grants as supporting improved theological education in Asia and the Pacific, as well as scholarships. Recipients included theological education associations and institutions. Among other grantees, Friends of Burma describes its own mission as administering and distributing funds for charitable, religious, educational, and economic development programs on behalf of people and Christians in Burma. The an individual recipient describes its mission as bringing scholars of diverse religions and wisdom traditions together to advance knowledge, educate scholars, and equip leaders for diverse religious and cultural settings.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 42 grants totaling $561,301. Grant amounts ranged from $960 to $69,040, with a median of $7,500.
Among the largest 2024 grants were $69,040 to the Association for Theological Education in Southeast Asia, $58,700 to Myanmar Institute of Theology, and $46,500 to Senate of Serampore, each for improving theological education in Asia and the Pacific. The foundation also awarded $40,000 to the World Council of Churches-Bossey for scholarships, $33,000 to Bangkok Institute of Theology, and $31,000 to the South Pacific Association of Theological Schools, both for improving theological education in Asia and the Pacific. Friends of Burma received $23,500 for improving theological education in Asia and the Pacific.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rev Dr David Easterline as Chair; Ms Patti Talbot as Vice Chair; Kurt Gabbard as Treasurer; and Rev Dr Franklin Ishida as Secretary. Trustees listed are Dr Mary F Foskett, Rev Jae Hyoung Choi, Rev Dr J Dorcas Gordon, Rev Dr Ben Chan, Dr Esther Theonagrapha, and Rev Dr Christine J Hong.
Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific is led by Wati Longchar, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 15 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Wati Longchar
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
35 hrs/week
$97K (2023) → $101K (2024)
David Easterline
Chair
Vice Chair → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
J Dorcas Gordon
Trustee
Chair → Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mary F Foskett
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jae Hyoung Choi
Trustee
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ben Chan
Trustee
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Woodcock
Trustee
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christine J Hong
Trustee
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kenneth J Woo
Trustee
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Derek Duncan
Trustee
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Esther Theonagrapha
Trustee
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kyrie Kim
Trustee
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Patti Talbot
Vice Chair
Trustee → Vice Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Franklin Ishida
Secretary
Trustee → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kurt Gabbard
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (12)
- Former: Norman Donkersloot (2020–2023) — Fmr Treasurer
- Former: Allen Yeh (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Hs Wilson (2020–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: Lee Hinson-Hasty (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Canon Dr Peter C. Ng (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Deenabandhu Manchala (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Han-Luen Kantzer Komline (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Lester Edwin Ruiz (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Swee Hong Lim (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Tammy Jackson (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Jerome Sahabandhu (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Leslie Turley (2020) — Trustee
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 $101K, to Rev Dr Wati Longchar (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific
How much does Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific give each year?
Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific gave $561K across 42 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $561K across 45 grants.
What is Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific's typical grant size?
Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific's median grant in 2024 was $7,500, and its average grant was $13,364, across 42 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific that year got $12K on average.
Does Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 42 grants with a stated purpose on Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Improve theological education in Asia and the Pacific" (41 grants).
Who are Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific's largest grantees?
Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific's largest 2024 grantees include Association for Theological Education in Southeast Asia ($69,040), Myanmar Institute of Theology ($58,700) and Senate of Serampore ($46,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 31% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific?
Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific reported $18.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $981K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $919K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific fund?
The foundation’s mission is to foster the ongoing development of contextual theological thought, education, and formation of Christian leaders in Asia and the Pacific. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific?
The foundation states that it 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 ↑
Where does Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific make grants?
The foundation’s stated work centers on Asia and the Pacific. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations and institutions associated with theological education in Southeast Asia and other parts of the region, as well as recipients in the United States.
What is Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific's EIN?
Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7362344. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Foundation for Theological Education in Asia and the Pacific 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 October 2026.
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