The M25 Initiative
The M25 Initiative is a 501c3 nonprofit in Cumberland county, nj created for the sole purpose of engaging, equipping, empowering, and mobilizing the local church and faith-based organizations to employ innovative and cooperative solutions to alleviate suffering, feed the hungry, end poverty, reduce crime, revitalize a spirit community and transform lives.
The M25 Initiative at a glance
In short: The M25 Initiative gave $98K across 8 grants in 2024 (avg $12K). Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $98,000
- +156.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 8
- +300.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $12,250
- -35.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $6,000
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The M25 Initiative funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Trinity First Hope Center ($31K). Together the top 8 received $98K.
Grant Size Distribution
21 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 21 grants of 21 (100%).
How The M25 Initiative gives
- Giving grew 180% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $35K (2021) to $98K (2024). In 2024 it made 8 grants totaling $98K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity First Hope Center | Food/Shower/Code BLU | $31,000 |
| Bethany Grace Community Church | Food Insecur./Shower | $23,500 |
| Gateway Cap | Code Blue | $13,500 |
| Divine Mercy Parish | Food Insecurity Gran | $6,000 |
| Bethany SDA Church | Food Insecurity | $6,000 |
| Pope Francis Food Pantry | Food Insecurity | $6,000 |
| Spirit & Truth Ministries - Vinelan | Food Insecur./Shower | $6,000 |
| St Vincent De Paul Societygood She | Food Insecurity | $6,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | $2,533 | $202,526 | $98,000 | 8 | $44 |
| 2023 | $199,993 | $128,439 | $142,374 | $38,199 | 2 | $106 |
| 2022 | $213,928 | $174,392 | $183,203 | $60,600 | 5 | $113 |
| 2021 | $222,739 | $218,435 | $137,026 | $34,950 | 6 | $106 |
| 2020 | $141,330 | $244,186 | $214,893 | — | — | $173 |
About The M25 Initiative
Based on IRS filings
The M25 Initiative is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Bridgeton, NJ. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. In 2024, it awarded 8 grants totaling $98K. Net investment income was $44.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The M25 Initiative is led by David Moore, President since 2023 (on filings since 2022); none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David Moore
President
President El → President, 2023
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Denise Arrigo
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Joellyn Jones
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Ray Garcia
Past President
President Elect → President, 2022
President → Past President, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Richard Elwell
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robin Weinstein
Past President
President → Past President, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Laurie Latorre (2022) — Vice President
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.
Frequently asked questions about The M25 Initiative
How much does The M25 Initiative give each year?
The M25 Initiative gave $98K across 8 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $38K across 2 grants.
What is The M25 Initiative's typical grant size?
The M25 Initiative's median grant in 2024 was $6,000, and its average grant was $12,250, across 8 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Does The M25 Initiative give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 8 grants with a stated purpose on The M25 Initiative's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Food Insecurity" (3 grants).
Who are The M25 Initiative's largest grantees?
The M25 Initiative's largest 2024 grantees include Trinity First Hope Center ($31,000), Bethany Grace Community Church ($23,500) and Gateway Cap ($13,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 69% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
What is The M25 Initiative?
The M25 Initiative is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Bridgeton, NJ.
What is The M25 Initiative's EIN?
The M25 Initiative's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-4644945. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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