Life Matters Worldwide is located in Jenison, MI. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (R62) the organization is classified as: Right to Life, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Life Matters Worldwide employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Life Matters Worldwide 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 12/2022, Life Matters Worldwide generated $289.9k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $289.8k during the year ending 12/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (4.9%) per year over the past 8 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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LIFE MATTERS WORLDWIDE (LMW) ENCOURAGES, EQUIPS AND CONNECTS PREGNANCY CARE CENTER LEADERS, THEIR STAFF AND SURROUNDING CHURCHES. AS A PRO-LIFE ORGANIZATION, LMW PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL, SPIRITUAL, RELATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT; ASSURING THAT PREGNANCY CENTERS AND (SCH O)
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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LIFE MATTERS WORLDWIDE PARTNERS WITH LIKE-MINDED PREGNANCY CARE CENTERS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED PRIMARILY THROUGH ONE ON ONE CONSULTATION, STAFF RETREATS, ONSITE TRAINING, CONFERENCES, AND EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES. MORE SPECIFICALLY:LIFE MATTERS HOSTS AN ANNUAL SUMMIT. THIS CONFERENCE INVITES PREGNANCY CENTER STAFF & BOARD MEMBERS AS WELL AS OTHER PRO LIFE ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS THE NATION TO PARTICIPATE. THE SUMMIT IS A THREE DAY INTENSIVE OF SPIRITUAL RENEWAL, EXPERT EQUIPPING, AND TRAINING OF STAFF, BOARD, AND VOLUNTEERS. LIFE MATTERS ORGANIZES TRAINING SESSIONS, EXPERT SPEAKERS, AND TIMES FOR SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT THROUGHOUT THE THREE DAYS.CONTINUED ON SCH O
LIFE MATTERS WORLDWIDE DEVELOPS MATERIALS FOR CHURCHES, ESPECIALLY RELATING TO THE ANNUAL COMMEMORATION OF SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE SUNDAY. THE AIM OF BULLETIN INSERTS IS TO ASSIST PASTORS AND TEACHERS IN ARTICULATING THE BIBLICAL PRO-LIFE MESSAGE. WE OFFER SPEAKERS FOR CHURCHES, PREGNANCY CENTERS, AND CONFERENCES. WE PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS, SPEAKERS, RETREATS, AND CONFERENCES TO HELP EQUIP THE PRO LIFE COMMUNITY. SOCIAL MEDIA IS USED TO DISSEMINATE NEWS AND INFORMATION OF INTEREST TO SUPPORTERS, AND PROVIDE CONSULTATION AND SUPPORT TO AFFILIATE PREGNANCY CENTER STAFF.
LIFE MATTERS WORLDWIDE ALSO PROVIDES REGULAR COMMUNICATION THROUGH MONTHLY SOCIAL MEDIA BLOGS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE, EQUIP, AND CONNECT PCC DIRECTORS, STAFF, VOLUNTEERS AND BOARD MEMBERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Carolyn Doyle President | Officer | 40 | $76,000 |
Paul Doane Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mark Cosgrove Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Karen Marsman Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Nathaniel Kaleefey Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Rebecca Climie Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $22,265 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $239,136 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,450 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $261,401 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $31,268 |
Investment income | $0 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$585 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$2,160 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $289,924 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $76,000 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $12,160 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $51,421 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $664 |
Payroll taxes | $9,528 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $18,465 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $5,640 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $1,637 |
Advertising and promotion | $22,701 |
Office expenses | $43,728 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $27,782 |
Travel | $1,672 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $23,854 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,743 |
Insurance | $3,012 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $289,847 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $66,272 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,037 |
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 | $6,609 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $54,237 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $129,155 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $25,434 |
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 | $47,677 |
Total liabilities | $73,111 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $56,044 |
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 | $129,155 |