The Nathaniel Foundation Inc
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc is a public charity based in Kingwood, Texas. It provides monetary support to organizations whose charitable work aligns with its mission and reports that it operates no specific program services of its own.
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Nathaniel Foundation Inc gave $2.4M across 34 grants in 2024 (avg $70K), top state New York. 35% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,373,542
- -36.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 34
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $69,810
- -36.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $20,100
- Total assets
- $4,260,489
- +15.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 35% first-time grantees (12 of 34, 2024)
- Primary geography
- New York (35% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Nathaniel Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The grant request form is restricted to organizations formally vetted and invited by a foundation board member. Each submission must have a predetermined sponsor who has agreed to support the request; the website says most organizations are sponsored by one board member. The foundation considers requests for special projects and ministerial needs related to its mission, but not requests for automobiles or monthly operational costs. Applicants are notified within 30 days after the submission deadline.
- Review Cycle
- Requests must be submitted on or before the first day of February, May, August, and November.
- Deadline
- Requests must be submitted on or before the first day of February, May, August, and November.
- Contact
Mailing address: 526 Kingwood Drive 379, Kingwood, TX 77339
Phone: (281) 348-3280
Website: https://thenathanielfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Nathaniel Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Media Line ($805K). Together the top 10 received $2.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
150 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 109 grants of 150 (73%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in New York (35%), Georgia (27%), Texas (22%), North Carolina (9%), and Ohio (4%). The foundation’s website also describes local projects and support in the Kingwood/Atascocita area.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 34 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Nathaniel Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
35%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 12 of 34 grantees (35%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $70K; repeat grants $69K. How we count
Medians: $14K first-time, $25K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.0M (2020) to $3.9M (2022). In 2024 it made 34 grants totaling $2.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Media Line New York, NY | General Support | $805,000 |
| Hebraic Christian College Atlanta, GA | General Support | $651,000 |
| Remnant of Israel Charlotte, NC | General Support | $219,300 |
| The Crossover Project Kingwood, TX | General Support | $72,000 |
| Operation Care International Inc Dallas, TX | General Support | $68,690 |
| Teach for Israel Inc Columbus, OH | General Support | $50,000 |
| Root Source Cinncinati, OH | General Support | $35,000 |
| Jerusalem Institute of Justice McKinney, TX | General Support | $30,000 |
| Shiloh Israel Children's Fund Suffern, NY | General Support | $30,000 |
| Bible Based Counseling Crossroads, TX | General Support | $27,020 |
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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 | $4,260,489 | $4,413,842 | $3,891,395 | $2,373,542 | 34 | $124,426 |
| 2023 | $3,687,683 | $5,717,432 | $5,252,335 | $3,746,075 | 34 | $-39,566 |
| 2022 | $4,142,664 | $5,110,538 | $5,144,194 | $3,871,178 | 28 | $308,071 |
| 2021 | $3,539,345 | $5,276,804 | $4,446,515 | $3,158,417 | 23 | $1,131,279 |
| 2020 | $4,436,594 | $1,829,816 | $3,256,399 | $1,953,286 | 31 | $18,964 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to make a positive impact on its local community, minister reconciliation among the people of the God of the Bible, and facilitate Biblical prophecy.
Its grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of supported work. The Media Line describes its work as covering the Middle East, international relations, and public policy, as well as providing journalism education. Remnant of Israel describes itself as an international humanitarian aid organization serving people in poverty and providing medical supplies. Hillel of Dallas says it enriches the lives of Jewish students and young adults and provides opportunities to explore and celebrate Jewish identities. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own work.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 34 grants totaling $2,373,542. Grant amounts ranged from $7,000 to $805,000, with a median of $20,100. The largest grants included $805,000 to The Media Line in New York, $651,000 to Hebraic Christian College in Atlanta, and $219,300 to Remnant of Israel in Charlotte. Each was listed for general support. Other grants included $72,000 to The Crossover Project, $68,690 to Operation Care International, and $50,000 to Teach for Israel.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists the following trustees: Paul Jay Sarvadi, Vicki Denise Sarvadi, Michael C Riddle, Bron Barkley, Richard Rawson, Dawn Rawson, Cynthia Heaton, John Paul Barkley, and Diana Alexander. The foundation’s website identifies Paul J. Sarvadi as chairman of the board.
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's 2024 filing lists 9 officers; none of the 9 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Bron Barkley
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cynthia Heaton
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dawn Rawson
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael C. Riddle
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Jay Sarvadi
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard Rawson
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Vicki Denise Sarvadi
Trustee
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Diana Alexander
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Paul Barkley
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
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 Nathaniel Foundation Inc
How much does The Nathaniel Foundation Inc give each year?
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc gave $2.4M across 34 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $3.7M across 34 grants.
What is The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $20,100, and its average grant was $69,810, across 34 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Nathaniel Foundation Inc that year got $70K on average.
Where does The Nathaniel Foundation Inc give grants?
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's top state is New York, with 35% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Georgia (27%) and Texas (22%). The most frequent recipient cities were McKinney, TX (4 grants), Kingwood, TX (3 grants), Dallas, TX (2 grants) and Plano, TX (2 grants).
Does The Nathaniel Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (34 of 34) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include The Media Line ($805,000), Hebraic Christian College ($651,000) and Remnant of Israel ($219,300), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 71% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Nathaniel Foundation Inc?
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc reported $4.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.4M.
What does The Nathaniel Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to make a positive impact on its local community, minister reconciliation among the people of the God of the Bible, and facilitate Biblical prophecy. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Nathaniel Foundation Inc?
The grant request form is restricted to organizations formally vetted and invited by a foundation board member. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Nathaniel Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 76-0453518. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 11, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 11, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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