The Branches of Life Corporation
The Branches of Life Corporation is a private foundation based in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Its 2020 IRS filing is marked as the organization’s final return, so it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Branches of Life Corporation at a glance
In short: The Branches of Life Corporation gave $29K across 16 grants in 2020 (avg $2K), top state Kentucky. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $28,936
- Grants made (2020)
- 16
- Average grant
- $1,809
- Median grant
- $1,075
- Primary geography
- Kentucky (28% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Branches of Life Corporation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2578 Falling Star Loop, Cheyenne, WY 82009
Phone: (800) 362-0686
Website: https://www.thebranches.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Branches of Life Corporation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Libery Apostolic Prison Ministry ($8K). Together the top 10 received $26K.
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 16 grants of 16 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Kentucky (28%), Wyoming (26%), and North Carolina (12%). Missouri received 7% and Virginia 6%. These figures describe the locations of grant recipients.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 16 grants totaling $29K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Libery Apostolic Prison Ministry Dixon, KY | Spiritual Media and Materials | $8,000 |
| Various Missions Across the United States Cheyenne, WY | Various Missions Across the United States | $5,600 |
| Samaritans Purse Boone, NC | Spiritual Media and Materials | $2,175 |
| Hand of Hope Fenton, MO | Spiritual Media and Materials | $2,000 |
| Various Missions Accross Africasouth Americabalkans Cheyenne, WY | Various Missions Accross Africa/South America/Balkans | $1,871 |
| Conerstone Church Mosinee, WI | Spiritual Media and Materials | $1,500 |
| Shared Hope Vancouver, WA | Donation | $1,500 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Charlotte, NC | Ministry Support | $1,250 |
| Save the Storks Colorado Springs, CO | Donation | $900 |
| American Center for Law and Justice Washington DC, DC | Spiritual Media | $840 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $35,760 | $49,265 | $28,936 | 16 | $2 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The filing does not state a broader mission. Its reported direct charitable activity was distributing Bibles, teaching tapes, and gospel music tapes at no charge. Its 2020 grants included support for spiritual media and materials, ministry support, and missions.
Among the grantees, Samaritan’s Purse received $2,175 in 2020. Samaritan’s Purse describes itself as a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to people around the world.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 16 grants totaling $28,936. Grants ranged from $300 to $8,000, with a median of $1,075. The largest listed awards were $8,000 to Libery Apostolic Prison Ministry for spiritual media and materials; $5,600 to various missions across the United States; and $2,175 to Samaritan’s Purse for spiritual media and materials.
The filing says the foundation made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Dean T. Campbell as director and president; Lisa M. Campbell as director, vice president, secretary, and treasurer; and Heather Gieringer as director.
The Branches of Life Corporation is led by Dean T. Campbell, Director & President on the 2020 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Dean T. Campbell
Director & President
New on the 2020 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Heather Gieringer
Director
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lisa M. Campbell
Director, Vice President, Secretary & Treasurer
New on the 2020 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 The Branches of Life Corporation
How much does The Branches of Life Corporation give each year?
The Branches of Life Corporation gave $29K across 16 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Branches of Life Corporation's typical grant size?
The Branches of Life Corporation's median grant in 2020 was $1,075, and its average grant was $1,809, across 16 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Branches of Life Corporation give grants?
The Branches of Life Corporation's top state is Kentucky, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Wyoming (26%) and North Carolina (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Virgina Beach, VA (3 grants), Cheyenne, WY (2 grants), Colorado Springs, CO (2 grants) and Orlando, FL (2 grants).
Does The Branches of Life Corporation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on The Branches of Life Corporation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Spiritual Media and Materials" (5 grants) and "Ministry Support" (4 grants).
Who are The Branches of Life Corporation's largest grantees?
The Branches of Life Corporation's largest 2020 grantees include Libery Apostolic Prison Ministry ($8,000), Various Missions Across the United States ($5,600) and Samaritans Purse ($2,175), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does The Branches of Life Corporation fund?
The filing does not state a broader mission. Its reported direct charitable activity was distributing Bibles, teaching tapes, and gospel music tapes at no charge. Its 2020 grants included support for spiritual media and materials, ministry support, and missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Branches of Life Corporation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Branches of Life Corporation's EIN?
The Branches of Life Corporation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1410718. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Branches of Life Corporation 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.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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