Windows of Heaven Foundation
Windows of Heaven Foundation is a private foundation based in Hartville, Ohio. Its 2024 filing reports 37 grants totaling $104,100 to charitable organizations.
Windows of Heaven Foundation at a glance
In short: Windows of Heaven Foundation gave $104K across 37 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), top state Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $104,100
- +5.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 37
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,814
- +5.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $339,623
- -23.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (26% 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 Windows of Heaven Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 650 South Prospect Ave Rm/Ste 208, Hartville, OH 44632
Website: https://windowsofheavenonline.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Windows of Heaven Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Luis Palau Association ($12K). Together the top 10 received $52K.
Grant Size Distribution
150 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 149 grants of 150 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio (26%), North Carolina (12%), Oregon (12%), Colorado (11%), and Florida (9%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Windows of Heaven Foundation gives
- 73% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−13%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 512% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $45K (2019) to $120K (2021). In 2024 it made 37 grants totaling $104K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Luis Palau Association Portland, OR | Direct Activities | $12,000 |
| CRU Orlando, FL | Direct Activities | $5,000 |
| HCJB World Radio Colorado Springs, CO | Direct Activities | $5,000 |
| India National Inland Forest, VA | Direct Activities | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Purse Boone, NC | Direct Activities | $5,000 |
| Camp Carl Ravenna, OH | Direct Activities | $4,100 |
| Billy Graham Evalgelistic Assoc Charlotte, NC | Direct Activities | $4,000 |
| Operation Mobilization Tyrone, GA | Direct Activities | $4,000 |
| Prison Fellowship Merrifield, VA | Direct Activities | $4,000 |
| Truth for Life Cleveland, OH | Direct Activities | $4,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The foundation’s EIN is 34-1590288.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $339,623 | $9,244 | $111,281 | $104,100 | 37 | $104,100 | $7,916 | $20,339 |
| 2023 | $441,660 | $12,001 | $105,368 | $98,500 | 37 | $98,500 | $9,280 | $22,095 |
| 2022 | $535,027 | $50,002 | $109,880 | $100,500 | 38 | $100,500 | $42,375 | $26,851 |
| 2021 | $594,905 | $76,065 | $129,866 | $120,000 | 37 | $120,000 | $70,658 | $18,231 |
| 2020 | $614,252 | $72,579 | $87,853 | $75,000 | 1 | — | $786 | $33,206 |
| 2019 | $629,536 | $77,837 | $58,128 | $45,000 | 1 | — | $9,004 | $26,878 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Windows of Heaven Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20K 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
The website says Windows of Heaven, Inc. aims to support children through creative activities such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts, and to uplift people in settings including nursing homes and hospitals. Its stated goals also include assistance with transportation, counseling, groceries, and other needs, as well as potential programs related to domestic violence, recovery, homelessness, prison ministry, health, and fitness.
The 2024 grantees include organizations with Christian and evangelical missions. For example, Luis Palau Association describes its mission as proclaiming the Good News, uniting the Church, and impacting cities worldwide. Samaritan’s Purse describes providing spiritual and physical aid to people affected by war, poverty, disasters, disease, and famine. Camp Carl says it seeks to build a Christ-centered camp, while Truth For Life says it teaches the Bible to convert unbelievers, establish believers, and strengthen local churches.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $104,100 through 37 grants. Awards ranged from $1,000 to $12,000, with a median grant of $2,000. Among the largest grants were $12,000 to Luis Palau Association; $5,000 each to Cru, HCJB World Radio, India National Inland, and Samaritan’s Purse; and $4,100 to Camp Carl. Other recipients included Billy Graham Evangelistic Association ($4,000), Operation Mobilization ($4,000), Prison Fellowship ($4,000), and Truth For Life ($4,000).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Robert Harmelink as president, Gail Harmelink as secretary, and Frederick Berndt as treasurer.
Windows of Heaven Foundation is led by Robert A. Harmelink, President on every filing since 2019; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Robert A. Harmelink
President
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Frederick E. Berndt
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Gail L. Harmelink
Secretary
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 Windows of Heaven Foundation
How much does Windows of Heaven Foundation give each year?
Windows of Heaven Foundation gave $104K across 37 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $99K across 37 grants.
What is Windows of Heaven Foundation's typical grant size?
Windows of Heaven Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,814, across 37 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Windows of Heaven Foundation give grants?
Windows of Heaven Foundation's top state is Ohio, with 26% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were North Carolina (12%) and Oregon (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Colorado Springs, CO (3 grants), Akron, OH (3 grants), Orlando, FL (2 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does Windows of Heaven Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 37 grants with a stated purpose on Windows of Heaven Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Direct Activities" (35 grants).
Who are Windows of Heaven Foundation's largest grantees?
Windows of Heaven Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Luis Palau Association ($12,000), CRU ($5,000) and HCJB World Radio ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 21% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Windows of Heaven Foundation?
Windows of Heaven Foundation reported $340K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $104K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $20K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Windows of Heaven Foundation fund?
The website says Windows of Heaven, Inc. aims to support children through creative activities such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts, and to uplift people in settings including nursing homes and hospitals. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Windows of Heaven Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Windows of Heaven Foundation's EIN?
Windows of Heaven Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-1590288. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does Windows of Heaven Foundation 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
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 17, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 29, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Windows of Heaven Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 16, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/windows-of-heaven-foundation-morg_ffcd305dfa6d445ea9e56eae5d20188c
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