Project42 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, established in 2019. The organization operates as a public charity with a mission centered on Christian missionary work and expanding access to the Gospel globally. Project42 functions as a grantmaking organization that supports strategic missionary partners working in underserved regions.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.5M
+32.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.0M
+32.3% YoY
Grant Count
54
+31.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$55K
+0.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Project42's mission is to raise awareness and collect resources for the 42% of the global population that currently lacks access to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization works to support communities on the frontlines of reaching unreached populations.
Primary funding focus areas include:
- Christian nonprofit support
- Church planting and church repairs
- Scripture translation into unreached languages
- Business capital for local enterprises
- Humanitarian aid and assistance
- Volunteer-based initiatives
- Faith-based charitable work
The organization emphasizes that only 3% of foreign missionaries work among unreached people groups, and less than 1% of church resources are directed toward reaching the unreached.
Grantmaking
Project42 distributes grants to support missionary partners and faith-based initiatives. Based on recent financial data, the organization reported total giving of $3,001,875, with typical grant awards ranging from $5,000 to $1,481,950.
Ready to take the next step with Project42?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Project42 directs its grantmaking primarily toward California, Texas, and Colorado, while supporting missionary partners working globally among unreached people groups.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $1,505,268
- Total Revenue: $4.03 million
- Total Expenses: $3.66 million
- Total Liabilities: $2,000
- Total Giving: $3,001,875
The organization has maintained tax-exempt status since June 2019.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,505,268 | $1,138,620 | $858,079 |
| Revenue | $4,026,552 | $3,303,322 | $2,386,632 |
| Expenses | $3,660,706 | $2,934,734 | $2,399,685 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $42,984 | $15,609 | $144 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
121 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include AG World Missions ($1,481,950), Venture ($158,081), Bethany Fellowship Inc ($148,388).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AG World Missions Springfield, MO | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $1,481,950 |
| AIM - Africa Inland Mission Peachtree City, GA | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $5,000 |
| AIRA - The Go Fund Riverside, CA | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $114,575 |
| All Nations Family Lees Summit, MO | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $12,400 |
| All Nations International Kansas City, MO | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $11,200 |
| Bethany Fellowship Inc Minneapolis, MN | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $148,388 |
| Beyond Richardson, TX | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $6,200 |
| Calcutta Mercy Indianapolis, IN | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $17,252 |
| Christian Aid Mission Charlottesville, VA | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $6,200 |
| Commission Ministers Network Kerrville, TX | To Provide Access to the Gospel. | $8,200 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Project42 operates with a team of five dedicated staff members.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JUSTIN MACK | CHAIR | 30 | $164,831 |
| MARK DEAN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ELWIN MACK | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER BOWMAN | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| BRIAN ENGL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Project42 fund?
Project42's mission is to raise awareness and collect resources for the 42% of the global population that currently lacks access to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The organization works to support communities on the frontlines of reaching unreached populations. Primary funding focus areas include: • Christian nonprofit support • Church planting and church repairs • Scripture translation into unreached languages • Business capital for local enterprises • Humanitarian aid and assistance • Volunteer-…
How do I apply for a grant from Project42?
Project42 distributes grants to support missionary partners and faith-based initiatives. Based on recent financial data, the organization reported total giving of $3,001,875, with typical grant awards ranging from $5,000 to $1,481,950. Primary funding focus areas for grantmaking include Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services, with particular concentration in California, Texas, and Colorado.
Where does Project42 make grants?
Project42 directs its grantmaking primarily toward California, Texas, and Colorado, while supporting missionary partners working globally among unreached people groups.
What size grants does Project42 award?
In 2024, Project42 awarded 54 grants totaling $3.0M — an average of about $55K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Project42's EIN?
Project42's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-3125072. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Project42's focus areas in our free grants database
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Spicola Family Foundation
MINNETONKA, MN
Assets
—
Grants
3
Total Given
$410K
Litchfield Student Anglers Club
LITCHFIELD, MN
Assets
$738
Grants
0
Total Given
—
The Geyer Family Foundation
EDINA, MN
Assets
—
Grants
7
Total Given
$35K
Love 4 One Another Charities
CHANHASSEN, MN
Assets
$8.5M
Grants
1
Total Given
$90K
Donald and Luella Zibell Family Foundation
NORTHFIELD, MN
Assets
—
Grants
8
Total Given
$80K
Minnesota Citizens Concerned
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Assets
$745K
Grants
2
Total Given
$942K
Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
What could you do with Project42 on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities
Go from researching Project42 to a real strategy.