Life Ministries International
Life Ministries International is a private foundation based in Richmond, Virginia. Its 2024 filing describes grants primarily supporting education for children from indigent families, with cash provided through schools for tuition and school supplies.
Life Ministries International at a glance
In short: Life Ministries International gave $12K across 21 grants in 2024 (avg $547.619), top state Virginia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $11,500
- +38.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $548
- +38.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $666
- Total assets
- $5,734
- -18.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Virginia (3% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Life Ministries International
- How to Apply
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The filing says there is no formal grant requirement or deadline. It names Magnus Tochi Iwuji as the contact. Most grants are to foreign organizations selected by the board; the board also occasionally provides aid to indigent individuals demonstrating need.
- Contact
Application contact: Magnus Tochi Iwuji
Mailing address: 901 Hunters Run Drive, Richmond, VA 23223
Phone: (434) 473-8317
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Life Ministries International funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School ($4K across 6 grants). Together the top 3 received $4K.
Organizations only. It also paid 12 individual scholarships ($7,201), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
52 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 52 grants of 52 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The filing reports that 97% of 2024 grant dollars were associated with an unspecified recipient state and 3% with Virginia. It also describes most grants as going to preselected foreign organizations, but does not identify the country or countries.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Life Ministries International gives
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). 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 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $3K (2022) to $12K (2024). In 2024 it made 21 grants totaling $12K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $1,168 |
| 12 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $7,201 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $666 |
| St Bridget Catholic Church Richmond, VA | Contribution to assist families of the church and to assist a family support group affiliated with the church. | $400 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $333 |
| Pursuant to Instructions Name of IN | The foundation provided monetary support for an indigent individual's hospital expenses. | $200 |
| International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School | The foundation works directly with the international organization of good templars nursery/primary school to identify children of indigent families. The foundation contributes cash to the school and the school uses the cash to defray tuition costs for such children who otherwise would not be able to attend school. The cash is also used to purchase school supplies for such children, including textbooks. | $100 |
| Pursuant to Instructions Name of IN | The foundation paid for professional exams support for an indigent individual. | $100 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,734 | $10,600 | $11,861 | $11,500 | 21 | $11,500 | $130 |
| 2023 | $6,995 | $7,830 | $9,202 | $8,306 | 21 | $8,306 | $156 |
| 2022 | $8,367 | $11,671 | $3,304 | $3,060 | 10 | $3,060 | $67 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Life Ministries International reported a distributable amount of $130 for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No formal mission statement is provided. The 2024 filing says most grants go to preselected foreign organizations providing education to indigent children. It also says the board occasionally provides aid to indigent individuals demonstrating need. The listed school grants support tuition and school supplies, including textbooks, for children whose families cannot afford them.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 21 grants totaling $11,500. Individual grants ranged from $100 to $1,168, with a median of $666. The largest reported grants included $1,168 to International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School; $1,166 to an individual recipient Nursery and Primary School; and $1,166 to an individual recipient Claver Seminary Okpala. The filing describes these grants as helping schools identify children from indigent families and cover tuition and school supplies.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Magnus Tochi Iwuji as president and director; Marsha Fiol as vice president and treasurer; Dana Marie Buchanan as secretary; and Don Dulaney, Daniel Harms, and Cheryl Roser as directors.
Life Ministries International is led by Magnus Tochi Iwuji, President & Director on every filing since 2022; none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Magnus Tochi Iwuji
President & Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Cheryl Roser
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Daniel Harms
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Don Dulaney
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Dana Marie Buchanan
Secretary
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Marsha Fiol
Vice President & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 Life Ministries International
How much does Life Ministries International give each year?
Life Ministries International gave $12K across 21 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $8K across 21 grants.
What is Life Ministries International's typical grant size?
Life Ministries International's median grant in 2024 was $666, and its average grant was $548, across 21 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Does Life Ministries International give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on Life Ministries International's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Life Ministries International's largest grantees?
Life Ministries International's largest 2024 grantees include International Organization of Good Templars Nursery and Primary School ($3,599 across 6 grants), St Bridget Catholic Church ($400) and Pursuant to Instructions Name of IN ($300 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 12 individual scholarships ($7,201), which are not listed by name. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Life Ministries International?
Life Ministries International reported $6K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $12K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $130 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Life Ministries International fund?
No formal mission statement is provided. The 2024 filing says most grants go to preselected foreign organizations providing education to indigent children. It also says the board occasionally provides aid to indigent individuals demonstrating need. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Life Ministries International?
The filing says there is no formal grant requirement or deadline. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Life Ministries International make grants?
The filing reports that 97% of 2024 grant dollars were associated with an unspecified recipient state and 3% with Virginia. It also describes most grants as going to preselected foreign organizations, but does not identify the country or countries.
What is Life Ministries International's EIN?
Life Ministries International's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-4766931. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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