Encouraging Word Inc

Organization Overview

Encouraging Word Inc is located in Spartanburg, SC. The organization was established in 2006. According to its NTEE Classification (X50) the organization is classified as: Buddhism, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 03/2022, Encouraging Word Inc employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Encouraging Word Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 03/2022, Encouraging Word Inc generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 03/2022. While expenses have increased by 2.1% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

THE MISSION OF THE ENCOURAGING WORD IS TO SHARE GOD'S TRUTH WITH A SEARCHING WORLD. IT'S PURPOSE IS TO GLORIFY GOD BY TEACHING AND PREACHING THE MESSAGE OF CHRIST TO ALL WE CAN BY EVERY AVAILABLE MEANS IN SUCH A WAY THAT PEOPLE ACCEPT CHRIST AND BECOME ACTIVE FOLLOWERS OF JESUS THROUGH A LOCAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH. THIS IS DONE PRIMARILY THROUGH NATIONAL TELEVISION BROADCASTS OF MESSAGES BY DR. DON WILTON. THE ENCOURAGING WORD ALSO DISTRIBUTES MINISTRY RESOURCES AND HAS A 24 HOUR TOLL-FREE PRAYER LINE AT (866) 899-WORD(9673).

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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THE ENCOURAGING WORD BROADCASTS THE MESSAGES OF DR. DON WILTON NATIONALLY ON TELEVISION AND THROUGH ITS WEBSITE. THOUSAND OF LIVES ARE BEING CHANGED AS PEOPLE ACCEPT CHRIST AND ARE ENCOURAGED SPIRITUALLY BECAUSE OF MINISTRY.


THE ENCOURAGING WORD PROVIDES A 24 HOUR TOLL-FREE PRAYER LINE AT (866)899-WORD(9673).


THE ENCOURAGING WORD DISTRIBUTES MINISTRY RESOURCES INCLUDING AUDIO, VIDEO AND PRINTED MEDIA TO SPREAD THE WORD OF GOD.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Sam Davis
Executive Director
$27,156
Greg Easterlin
Secretary/treasurer
$0
Michael N Swaim
Vice President
$0
Dr Donald J Wilton
President/chairman
$0
Dave Edwards
Director
$0
Sally Love
Director
$0

Outside Vendors & Contractors

Vendor Name (Service)Compensation
Mm Communications
Communications
$140,248
Lightquest Media Inc
Media/advertising Specialists
$380,308
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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$13,440
Government grants $0
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$1,256,775
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $13,440
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,270,215
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $1,276
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $80,763
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $1,352,254

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Encouraging Word Inc has recieved totaling $106,670.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Spartanburg County Foundation

Spartanburg, SC

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$63,000
Schwab Charitable Fund

San Francisco, CA

PURPOSE: RELIGION RELATED

$42,750
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$670
Melvin & Dollie Younts Foundation

Fountain Inn, SC

PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED

$250
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