Sons Of Thunder Ministries & Publications Inc
- Assets
- $3.2m
- Revenue
- $880.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Marylhurst, OR
- Founding
- 04/2008
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 20-2687181
Organization Overview
Sons Of Thunder Ministries & Publications Inc, operating under the name The New Mystics, is located in Marylhurst, OR. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (X20) the organization is classified as: Christianity, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. New Mystics 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 12/2021, New Mystics generated $880.1k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $460.3k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (2.4%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE ARE A CHRISTIAN MINISTRY, MISSIONS AND RESOURCE PROVIDER FOR SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS. WE HOST CONFERENCE EVENTS, PROVIDE SPIRITUAL FORMATION SEMINARS AND ALSO HOST EVANGELISM EFFORTS AND CHARITABLE OUTREACHES TO THE POOR. THIS INCLUDES THE CONSTRUCTION AND SUPPORT OF CHILDREN'S HOMES FOR ORPHANS AND OTHER HUMANITY RELIEF PROGRAMS IN DEVELOPING NATIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CHRISTIANITY PROGRAMS: SONS OF THUNDER HOSTED CONFERENCES AND TEACHING SEMINARS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN 2021 FOR THE BENEFIT OF SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT. EXPENSES IN THIS CATEGORY OF SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT REFLECT COSTS FOR AIRLINE AND GROUND TRANSPORTATION, HOTELS AND OTHER TRAVEL EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH ITINERANT MINISTRY, ALONG WITH VARIOUS CONFERENCE EXPENSES SUCH AS FACILITY AND SOUND EQUIPMENT RENTAL. DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS, WE ALSO MOVED MANY SEMINARS TO ONLINE FORMATS. SOT CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT ON OUR SEMINARY PROGRAM. IN ADDITION, WE OFFER GENEROUS GRANTS TO LIKE-MINDED NONPROFIT CHRISTIAN GROUPS ENGAGED IN SIMILAR MINISTRY GOALS, WHICH ARE INCLUDED IN THIS CATEGORY.
MISSION OUTREACHES: SONS OF THUNDER PROVIDES NUMEROUS OUTREACH PROGRAMS TO DEVELOPING REGIONS TO SOME OF THE POOREST AREAS OF THE WORLD, MINISTERING IN IMPOVERISHED AREAS AND SLUMS WITH SPIRITUAL GATHERINGS AND OUTREACH WORK. THIS CATEGORY OF SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT WAS LIMITED THIS YEAR DUE TO COVID 19 INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS. THIS CATEGORY INCLUDES MINISTRY TO THE POOR, VISITING ORPHANAGES AND SACERDOTAL WORK. EXPENSES INCLUDE FLIGHTS, GROUND TRANSPORTATION, ACCOMMODATIONS AND DIVERSE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH TEAM ENDEAVORS.
INTERNATIONAL CHILD SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM: WE OPERATE A CHILDREN'S HOME WE CONSTRUCTED FOR ORPHANS NEAR MUMBAI, INDIA, AND THIS SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT REFLECTS THE REGULAR MONTHLY SUPPORT WE PROVIDE FOR FOOD, EDUCATION, A SCHOOLBUS AND LIVING EXPENSES. FUNDS IN THIS CATEGORY ARE INDEPENDENTLY MANAGED BY CHILDREN'S HOME PARENTS RANJANA AND NISAR IMMANUEL, WITH DETAILED OVERSIGHT, REPORTING AND ACCOUNTABILITY TO US AT SONS OF THUNDER. IN ADDITION, WE ALSO OPERATE AND SUPPORT A CHILDREN'S HOME IN THE PHILIPPINES NEAR MANILA, ENABLING US TO RESCUE MORE ABANDONED CHILDREN FROM THE STREETS.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION/TEACHING MATERIALS: WE INVEST CONSIDERABLE RESOURCES, TIME AND ENERGY TO OUR MEDIA AND PUBLISHING VENTURES FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF TEACHING RESOURCES. THIS INCLUDES THE WRITING, EDITING, PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION OF CHRISTIAN INSPIRATION MATERIALS FROM JOHN CROWDER AND FELLOW MINISTRIES ENDORSED BY SONS OF THUNDER. AS PART OF THIS SERVICE ACCOMPLISH, WE PROVIDE TEACHING VIDEOS, MAGAZINES AND ARTICLES FREE OF CHARGE TO THE PUBLIC.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John Crowder President | Trustee | 45 | $60,000 |
Brandon Tripp Independent Contractor | Officer | 20 | $13,790 |
Lily Crowder Secretary | Officer | 5 | $0 |
Chad Davis Treasurer | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $437,439 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $437,439 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $12,396 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $430,297 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $880,132 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $18,457 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $3,584 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $73,790 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $13,459 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $390 |
| Office expenses | $28,728 |
| Information technology | $11,650 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $78,879 |
| Travel | $146,587 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $45,387 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $6,366 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $460,275 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,692,750 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,450,000 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $26,705 |
| Total assets | $3,169,455 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,169,455 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,169,455 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Sons Of Thunder Ministries & Publications Inc has awarded $22,784 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
THE SANTA CRUZ CHURCHROD WILLIAMS PURPOSE: Sacerdotal Ministry Honorarium for Christian Teaching | $11,634 |
OUTRAGEOUS LOVE MINISTRIESTONY SEIGH PURPOSE: Sacerdotal Ministry Honorarium for Christian Teaching | $11,150 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Sons Of Thunder Ministries & Publications Inc has recieved totaling $20,592.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $20,468 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $124 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Turning Point For God Lakeside, CA | $55,591,424 | $109,738,214 |
Crista Ministries Shoreline, WA | $133,575,378 | $73,059,150 |
Northwest Harvest E M M Seattle, WA | $90,036,518 | $96,557,942 |
Family Resource & Referral Center Of San Joaquin Stockton, CA | $22,143,375 | $58,140,912 |
Yellow Chair Foundation San Francisco, CA | $899,830,560 | $147,461,050 |
St Vincent De Paul Village Inc San Diego, CA | $50,446,763 | $60,152,162 |
Open Doors With Brother Andrew Inc Santa Ana, CA | $12,195,285 | $33,559,571 |
Cityteam Ministries San Jose, CA | $57,357,554 | $43,092,381 |
Joni And Friends Agoura Hills, CA | $42,271,581 | $29,467,878 |
Catholic Community Foundation Of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | $298,852,432 | $83,411,965 |
Josephine Caring Community Stanwood, WA | $33,167,845 | $28,609,215 |
Amazing Facts International Granite Bay, CA | $89,775,280 | $35,047,793 |