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Est.

1994

Fiscal Year Start

Jun 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that engages in a relationship-based funding approach, providing grants solely by invitation. In 2022, the organization awarded a total of $10,000 across three grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities may explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

BBI HAS BEEN BRINGING THE HOPE OF JESUS TO THE BALTIC AND GREATER EUROPEAN REGIONS FOR NEARLY 30 YEARS THROUGH RELATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS, TRAINING, AND THE ARTS. WE FOSTER CONNECTIONS AMONG LEADERS, MINISTRIES, AND CREATIVE CATALYSTS BY NURTURING A COMMUNITY-BASED APPROACH TO LIVING AND SERVING THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST. THROUGH NETWORKING AND MENTORING, WE EQUIP INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO IMPACT THEIR CIRCLES OF INFLUENCE FOR GOD'S GLORY.
Total Funding Given
$10K
2022
Grantees funded
3
Multi-year grantees
67%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$7K
N
Natalie Meeks
Board Member
G
Glen Volkhardt
Board Member
J
Jeff Christensen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL?
No. BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL give?
BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, California, and Texas. 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 BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL make each year?
In 2022, BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $10 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL fund recently?
In 2024, BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Forum of Christian Leaders, Biola University Inc, and East Texas Baptist University. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL?
BRIDGE BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.