International Christian Scholarship Fdtn
International Christian Scholarship Foundation (ICSF) is a private foundation based in La Verne, California. Founded in 1955, it provides financial support for scholarships to students in developing communities worldwide through grants to educational institutions.
International Christian Scholarship Fdtn at a glance
In short: International Christian Scholarship Fdtn gave $185K across 24 grants in 2025 (avg $8K). Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $185,096
- -0.5% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 24
- -4.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $7,712
- +3.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $6,490
- Total assets
- $4,497,236
- +6.6% vs 2024
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to International Christian Scholarship Fdtn
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 392, La Verne, CA 91750
Phone: (310) 489-1969
Website: https://international-christian-scholarship-foundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who International Christian Scholarship Fdtn funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Silliman University ($14K). Together the top 10 received $93K.
Organizations only. It also paid 8 individual scholarships ($60,013), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
127 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 127 grants of 127 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
ICSF says it supports scholars in developing communities worldwide and works with educational institutions internationally. Its 2025 grants included recipients such as an individual recipient Theological Seminary, Silliman University, an individual recipient Christian College, Universidad Bíblica Latino America, and Daystar University.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
How International Christian Scholarship Fdtn gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+1%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 87% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $163K (2021) to $202K (2023). In 2025 it made 24 grants totaling $185K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 8 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $60,013 |
| Silliman University | Educational Scholarship | $14,300 |
| Ecumenical Theology Seminary | Educational Scholarship | $10,633 |
| Minority Focus - Medical | Educational Scholarship | $10,550 |
| Balasore Technical School | Educational Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Southern Christian College | Educational Scholarship | $9,160 |
| Universidad Bilblica Latino America | Educational Scholarship | $8,800 |
| Cuttington University | Educational Scholarship | $8,400 |
| Saint Tonis College | Educational Scholarship | $8,180 |
| Daystar University | Educational Scholarship | $6,600 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,497,236 | $143,045 | $225,536 | $185,096 | 24 | $185,096 | $136,516 | $212,763 |
| 2024 | $4,219,942 | $146,266 | $218,770 | $186,026 | 25 | $186,026 | $146,251 | $200,848 |
| 2023 | $4,018,862 | $165,335 | $222,880 | $202,316 | 26 | $202,316 | $161,472 | $198,845 |
| 2022 | $3,931,037 | $244,791 | $196,414 | $182,431 | 28 | $182,431 | $239,042 | $209,114 |
| 2021 | $4,644,294 | $345,904 | $183,873 | $163,199 | 24 | — | $338,770 | $206,758 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, International Christian Scholarship Fdtn reported a distributable amount of $213K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
ICSF’s stated mission is to support scholars in developing communities worldwide, with particular emphasis on women’s education. It says education for women can bring greater health, wealth, and security to communities. The foundation reports that its scholarships have supported students pursuing college and university education, including in theology, medicine, and education.
ICSF grants funds to educational institutions for educational scholarships. Its website says 26 partner schools help identify scholars for assistance.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, ICSF reported 24 grants totaling $185,096. Grant amounts ranged from $3,300 to $15,000, with a median of $6,490. Among the largest grants were $15,000 to an individual recipient Theological Seminary, $14,300 to Silliman University, and $10,633 to Ecumenical Theology Seminary, each for educational scholarships.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
ICSF says its 18 directors are elected from the ecumenical membership of Church Women United in Southern California/Southern Nevada, and that all directors serve without compensation. Officers listed on the 2025 filing are Diomy Alexander, President; Vickey Mueller, Vice President; Vera Lee, Secretary; and Julie Kurtz, Treasurer.
International Christian Scholarship Fdtn is led by Diomy Alexander, President on the 2025 filing; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Diomy Alexander
President
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julie Kurtz
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Vera Lee
Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Vickey Mueller
Vice President
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Ronda W. Hill (2021–2024) — Vice President
- Former: Terry Glaser (2021–2024) — President
- Former: Beth Connor (2021–2022) — Secretary
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.
Frequently asked questions about International Christian Scholarship Fdtn
How much does International Christian Scholarship Fdtn give each year?
International Christian Scholarship Fdtn gave $185K across 24 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $186K across 25 grants.
What is International Christian Scholarship Fdtn's typical grant size?
International Christian Scholarship Fdtn's median grant in 2025 was $6,490, and its average grant was $7,712, across 24 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Does International Christian Scholarship Fdtn give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 24 grants with a stated purpose on International Christian Scholarship Fdtn's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Educational Scholarship" (24 grants).
Who are International Christian Scholarship Fdtn's largest grantees?
International Christian Scholarship Fdtn's largest 2025 grantees include Silliman University ($14,300), Ecumenical Theology Seminary ($10,633) and Minority Focus - Medical ($10,550), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 8 individual scholarships ($60,013), which are not listed by name. Together they received 19% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is International Christian Scholarship Fdtn?
International Christian Scholarship Fdtn reported $4.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $185K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $213K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does International Christian Scholarship Fdtn fund?
ICSF’s stated mission is to support scholars in developing communities worldwide, with particular emphasis on women’s education. It says education for women can bring greater health, wealth, and security to communities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from International Christian Scholarship Fdtn?
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 ↑
Where does International Christian Scholarship Fdtn make grants?
ICSF says it supports scholars in developing communities worldwide and works with educational institutions internationally. Its 2025 grants included recipients such as an individual recipient Theological Seminary, Silliman University, an individual recipient Christian College, Universidad Bíblica Latino America, and Daystar University.
What is International Christian Scholarship Fdtn's EIN?
International Christian Scholarship Fdtn's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6048302. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Does International Christian Scholarship Fdtn 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 September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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