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American Bible Society

American Bible Society

Philadelphia, PA, US
501(c)3
EIN
13-1623885
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
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American Bible Society

Philadelphia, PA, US
501(c)3
EIN
13-1623885
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1816

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The American Bible Society, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Pennsylvania, California, and Michigan, having distributed a total of $3.8 million across 146 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the American Bible Society can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO MAKE THE BIBLE AVAILABLE TO EVERY PERSON IN A LANGUAGE AND FORMAT EACH CAN UNDERSTAND AND AFFORD, SO ALL PEOPLE MAY EXPERIENCE ITS LIFE-CHANGING MESSAGE.
Total Funding Given

$3.8M

2024
Grantees funded
146
Multi-year grantees
40%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

58

Median 1st year grant
$0
Median 2nd year grant
$11.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
R
Robert Briggs
Board Member
P
Paul Cleckner
Board Member
D
Darrin Podeschi
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to American Bible Society?
No. American Bible Society does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does American Bible Society give?
American Bible Society primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, California, and Michigan. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are American Bible Society’s grants?
The largest share of grants from American Bible Society fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $0. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does American Bible Society make each year?
In 2024, American Bible Society awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $3.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did American Bible Society fund recently?
In 2024, American Bible Society awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include FAITH AND LIBERTY DISCOVERY CENTER LLC, The New York City Leadership Center Inc, and Clear Bible Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to American Bible Society?
American Bible Society does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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