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Est.

1999

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantseeker

Mission Statement

TO ADVANCE THE PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF RELIGION AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF RELIGION JOURNALISM.
Revenues
$9.4M
Expenses
$4.5M
Net Income:
+$5M
Assets
$9.2M
Liabilities
$349.2K
Net Assets:
+$8.8M
Operating Budget
$4.5M
Operating Budget by Year

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Total No. of Grants
10
Median grant size
$45.6K
Largest grant received
$3M
D
Deborah Caldwell
Board Member
K
Ken Chitwood
Board Member
T
Thomas Levinson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION’s budget?
In 2025, RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION reported an annual operating budget of around $4.5 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION support?
RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION supports work in Religion and Journalism.
Where does RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION operate?
RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION is headquartered in Columbia, MO.
Who funded RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION recently?
In 2025, RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION received grants from GURU KRUPA FOUNDATION INC, LILLY ENDOWMENT INC, and THE WILLIAM & FLORA HEWLETT FOUNDATION. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION received in 2024?
The largest grant to RELIGION NEWS FOUNDATION in 2024 exceeds $3 million.