The Life Center
Funding Overview
From IRS Form 990 filings · 2019–2025
Total received
$652K
Foundation funders
19
Grants recorded
43
Years covered
2019–2025
Who funds The Life Center?
The Life Center is funded by 19 grantmakers, led by JC Ferguson Foundation Inc ($153K), Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc ($114K), Scharbauer Foundation Inc ($100K). In total, IRS Form 990 filings record $652K in grants to The Life Center between 2019–2025.
| Funder | Total given | Grants | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| JC Ferguson Foundation Inc | $152,500 | 3 | 2021–2025 |
| Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc | $113,700 | 2 | 2021–2024 |
| Scharbauer Foundation Inc | $100,000 | 4 | 2021–2024 |
| The Paul J Williams Foundation | $68,000 | 4 | 2020–2024 |
| James a Buddy Davidson | $62,449 | 3 | 2020–2024 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | $50,000 | 1 | 2021 |
| Wescombe Family Foundation | $26,000 | 2 | 2024–2025 |
| Saulsbury Family Foundation Inc | $25,000 | 4 | 2020–2024 |
| Knights of Columbus Charities Inc | $15,254 | 1 | 2021 |
| Robert & Christine Tighe Family | $12,000 | 1 | 2025 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $9,000 | 1 | 2022 |
| The Sparks Foundation Inc | $6,000 | 2 | 2020–2022 |
| The Cornerstone Center Foundation | $3,600 | 7 | 2019–2025 |
| Ford Meter Box Foundation Inc | $3,000 | 3 | 2022–2024 |
| Gabler Family Foundation Inc | $3,000 | 1 | 2021 |
| The Mahaffey Foundation | $1,000 | 1 | 2022 |
| Walter & Jere Hubbard Family Foundation | $500 | 1 | 2022 |
| Legacy Of Hope Charitable Foundation | $500 | 1 | 2021 |
| Broyhill Family Foundation Inc | $200 | 1 | 2023 |
Funding over time
Grant dollars and counts received per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $300 (2019) to $259K (2021). In 2025 it made 4 grants totaling $79K.
What grants has The Life Center received?
Individual grants from IRS Form 990 filings, newest first
| Year | Funder | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | JC Ferguson Foundation Inc | General support | $45,000 |
| 2025 | Wescombe Family Foundation | Educaiton assistance for Kids | $21,000 |
| 2025 | Robert & Christine Tighe Family | UNRESTRICTED GENERAL FUND | $12,000 |
| 2025 | The Cornerstone Center Foundation | ADVOCACY | $500 |
| 2024 | Scharbauer Foundation Inc | 2024 BOARD DIRECTED GIFT - GENERAL OPERATING | $25,000 |
| 2024 | The Paul J Williams Foundation | General Operating Support | $20,000 |
| 2024 | James a Buddy Davidson | UNIFORMS, SUPPLIES & SOFTWARE | $19,535 |
| 2024 | Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc | RIGHT TO LIFE | $18,700 |
| 2024 | Saulsbury Family Foundation Inc | TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | $10,000 |
| 2024 | Wescombe Family Foundation | Educaiton assistance for Kids | $5,000 |
| 2024 | Ford Meter Box Foundation Inc | GENERAL FUND | $1,000 |
| 2024 | The Cornerstone Center Foundation | ADVOCACY | $800 |
| 2023 | Scharbauer Foundation Inc | BOARD DIRECTED GRANT FOR GENERAL OPERATING | $25,000 |
| 2023 | Saulsbury Family Foundation Inc | TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | $5,000 |
| 2023 | Ford Meter Box Foundation Inc | GENERAL FUND | $1,000 |
| 2023 | The Cornerstone Center Foundation | ADVOCACY | $500 |
| 2023 | Broyhill Family Foundation Inc | RELIGIOUS SUPPORT | $200 |
| 2022 | JC Ferguson Foundation Inc | Fundraiser with Dr. Ben Carson | $57,500 |
| 2022 | Scharbauer Foundation Inc | 2022 BOARD DIRECTED GIFT | $25,000 |
| 2022 | James a Buddy Davidson | AV EQUIPMENT | $21,000 |
| 2022 | The Paul J Williams Foundation | Supports mothers and fathers experiencing a pregnancy and promotes sexual wellness | $20,000 |
| 2022 | Samaritan's Purse | EMERGENCY RELIEF | $9,000 |
| 2022 | Saulsbury Family Foundation Inc | TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS. | $5,000 |
| 2022 | The Sparks Foundation Inc | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $5,000 |
| 2022 | Ford Meter Box Foundation Inc | GENERAL FUND | $1,000 |
| 2022 | The Mahaffey Foundation | DONATION | $1,000 |
| 2022 | The Cornerstone Center Foundation | ADVOCACY | $500 |
| 2022 | Walter & Jere Hubbard Family Foundation | OPERATIONAL EXPENSES | $500 |
| 2021 | Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc | GROWTH | $95,000 |
| 2021 | JC Ferguson Foundation Inc | Operating support | $50,000 |
Showing 30 most recent of 43 recorded grants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who funds The Life Center?
The Life Center is funded by 19 grantmakers, led by JC Ferguson Foundation Inc ($153K), Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc ($114K), Scharbauer Foundation Inc ($100K). In total, IRS Form 990 filings record $652K in grants to The Life Center between 2019–2025.
Who is The Life Center's largest funder?
JC Ferguson Foundation Inc is the largest recorded funder of The Life Center, with $153K across 3 grants (2021–2025).
How much grant funding has The Life Center received?
IRS 990 filings record $652K in grants to The Life Center across 43 grants from 19 funders between 2019–2025. Filings are published on a delay, so recent grants may not appear yet.
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