Failure to release Form 990s hurts ratings
GEM is a missionary sending organization that works in multiple countries across Europe to “reach Europe by multiplying disciples and growing Christ's Church.”
Transparency issues cause drop in rating
Aglow International is an organization of women and men in more than 170 countries presenting Biblical principles as solutions to the challenging issues of our time.
Evangelistic ministry growing, but expenses exceed revenue
Alpha USA, a group that helps churches and other organizations host an 11-week series that explores the Christian faith, saw its overall MinistryWatch efficiency rating fall from four stars to three due to a significant ...
Organization has stopped releasing 990s, releases financial statements separate from international arm of ministry
The nonprofit Frontiers USA has joined a growing list of ministries that have petitioned the IRS to be reclassified as an “association of churches.”
Orlando Coleman sentenced to 3 years in prison for bigamy
Last week, a Houston man claiming to be a bishop was sentenced to three years in prison on bigamy charges.
Emphasizes importance of board members in overall health and holistic care of ministry leaders
The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced a new accreditation standard for its member organizations—one of its biggest updates in 45 years.
Student Mobilization no longer releases 990s
Student Mobilization went from a 5-star rating to no stars
Weighing the pros and cons of digital donations as cryptocurrency grows
As of January 2024, 56% of the largest U.S. charities now accept cryptocurrency donations.
Aid organization has reclassified itself as a church, no longer releases 990s
Compassion International has reclassified itself as a church, and donors are no longer able see updated financials for the organization or the salaries of its board members and executives.
In most recent year, revenue fell, fundraising costs rose
Pulse Outreach, headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, recently saw its Ministry Watch efficiency rating fall from 3 to 2 stars. Its Donor Confidence Score also fell from 100 to 90. Pulse’s website states it is “on ...