Tim Tebow Foundation Inc

Quick Stats

Annual Giving: $20,655,985 (2023)
Number of Grants: 138 awards (2023)
Grant Range: $7,000 - $10,000+ (varies by program)
Geographic Focus: International (115+ countries)
Application Method: Invitation only / strategic partnerships
Founded: 2010

Contact Details

Website: https://timtebowfoundation.org
Contact Form: https://timtebowfoundation.org/connect
Phone: Available via website contact form
Email: Available via website contact form
Address: 2220 County Road 210 W PMB317 108, Jacksonville, FL 32259-4058

Response Time: The foundation aims to respond to all messages within 72 hours.

Overview

Founded in 2010 by former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, the Tim Tebow Foundation is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing "Faith, Hope and Love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need." Since inception, the foundation has served vulnerable populations in 115+ countries. With annual giving exceeding $20 million in 2023, the foundation operates through strategic ministry partnerships rather than open grant applications. The organization holds a Four-Star rating (95%) from Charity Navigator and is accredited by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA). A distinctive feature of their funding model is that private contributions cover all management and general expenses, meaning 100% of public donations go directly to program work. The foundation focuses on four main areas: Anti-Human Trafficking & Child Exploitation, Orphan Care & Prevention, Profound Medical Needs, and Special Needs Ministry.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

Adoption Aid Grants: In partnership with Show Hope and Lifesong for Orphans, the foundation awards 6 grants each month to families adopting children with special needs internationally. Average grant awards range from $7,000 to $10,000 per family.

Orphan Care and Prevention: Grants support children who have been left homeless or abandoned, covering food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, transition support, and family support programming.

Anti-Human Trafficking Support: The foundation operates 8 safe homes and partners in 35 more to support survivors with restorative care and transition services. Grants support awareness, prevention, rescue operations, and survivor care.

Medical Facilities: Through strategic partnerships, the foundation has helped build and operate medical facilities in the Philippines, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, and Peru. Partners include CURE International and Scalpel At The Cross.

Special Needs Programs: Includes Night to Shine (worldwide prom for people with special needs ages 14+), Timmy's Playrooms in children's hospitals, and Rising Light Ridge Ministry Campus.

W15H Program: Grants wishes for children with life-threatening illnesses, in partnership with Dreams Come True of Jacksonville.

Priority Areas

Anti-Human Trafficking & Child Exploitation: Prevention, rescue, and survivor care globally
Orphan Care & Prevention: Adoption assistance, residential care, family strengthening
Profound Medical Needs: Medical facilities, W15H experiences, Timmy's Playrooms
Special Needs Ministry: Night to Shine events, special needs resource centers, Rising Light Ridge campus
Faith-Based Organizations: All grantees must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations aligned with the foundation's Christian mission

What They Don't Fund

Individuals (only makes grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations)
Organizations not aligned with their four focus areas
Currently not accepting unsolicited grant applications from new organizations

Governance and Leadership

Tim Tebow - Founder & Chairman
Tim Tebow founded the organization in 2010 and continues to serve as Chairman, actively participating in foundation programs and events.

Chu Soh - President (as of May 2025)
Chu Soh was welcomed as the new President in May 2025, succeeding Steve Biondo who retired after seven years of service leading day-to-day operations.

Jennifer Strickland - VP, Branding, Strategy and HR

Brandi Webb - Marketing Operations Director

The foundation also employs ministry coordinators and specialists across different program areas to oversee the four main focus areas of their work.

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

The Tim Tebow Foundation does not have a public grant application process.

The foundation is currently focusing its efforts on deepening impact through existing strategic ministry partnerships and is prayerfully allocating time and resources to active initiatives. The foundation is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that is only able to make grants to other nonprofit organizations, not individuals.

Adoption Aid Exception: For families seeking adoption assistance specifically, applications are handled through their partner organization Show Hope. Visit Show Hope's website for the Adoption Aid application process.

Strategic Partnership Approach

The foundation partners with like-minded organizations and ministries, law enforcement, and government entities around the globe to expand, build, and catalyze life-changing ministry programs and projects. Their foundational strategy focuses on partnering with called people and organizations to "run faster, reach further, and serve more vulnerable people in need."

Organizations interested in exploring potential partnership opportunities can complete the contact form at timtebowfoundation.org/connect. The foundation aims to respond within 72 hours.

Decision Timeline

Not applicable - grants are made through strategic partnerships rather than a formal application process.

Success Rates

Not applicable - no public application process currently available.

Reapplication Policy

Not applicable - no public application process currently available.

Application Success Factors

Since the Tim Tebow Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant applications, organizations seeking funding should focus on:

Alignment with Core Mission: The foundation's work is explicitly faith-based and Christ-centered. All partnerships must align with their mission to bring "Faith, Hope and Love" to vulnerable populations.

Focus Area Fit: Organizations must work in one or more of the foundation's four focus areas: Anti-Human Trafficking & Child Exploitation, Orphan Care & Prevention, Profound Medical Needs, or Special Needs Ministry.

501(c)(3) Status Required: The foundation only makes grants to registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, not to individuals.

Partnership Philosophy: The foundation emphasizes "deepening impact through current strategic ministry partnerships" rather than expanding to many new grantees. They look for long-term collaborative relationships rather than one-time grants.

International Reach: The foundation works in 115+ countries, so international organizations with strong local impact are within scope.

Specific Program Examples: Recent funded initiatives include safe homes for trafficking survivors, medical facilities in developing countries (Philippines, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Peru), adoption aid for special needs children, Night to Shine prom events globally, and W15H experiences for children with life-threatening illnesses.

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

No public application process: The Tim Tebow Foundation works exclusively through strategic partnerships and does not currently accept unsolicited grant applications from new organizations
Faith-based requirement: All partnerships must align with the foundation's Christian mission and values - this is central to their identity
Four focus areas only: Your work must fall within Anti-Human Trafficking, Orphan Care & Prevention, Profound Medical Needs, or Special Needs Ministry
Partnership over transactions: The foundation emphasizes deepening existing relationships rather than making many one-time grants
100% program funding model: Public donations go entirely to program work, which may appeal to organizations sharing this transparency value
Significant grantmaking capacity: With $20.6 million distributed in 2023 across 138 awards, they have substantial resources for the right partners
Contact for exploration: Organizations can reach out via their contact form (72-hour response time) to explore potential partnership opportunities, but should be prepared for a relationship-building process rather than a quick grant decision

References

All sources accessed December 27, 2025.