Church Of Bible Understanding
SCRANTON, PA
Total revenue
$3.0M
Total expenses
$2.5M
Net assets
$16.4M
Grants received
$278K
6 grants
EIN
237184229
Tax year
2024
Mission
We are a Christian fellowship, united by our mutual faith and hope in Christ. Our aim is to spread the Gospel to all, and to find others who are of the same mind and hope. We also understand it to be Gods will to remember the poor. (Jms 1:27; Gal 2:10).
Programs
3 programs
EGLISE DE LA COMPRHENISON DE LA BIBLE" THOMASSIN 32 NO 30 THOMASSIN, Haiti, WIOur church supports our mission in Haiti. We are recognized as a Non Governmental Organization (NGO) by the Departments of Plan, Interior and National Defense,Foreign Affairs and Religious Aairs, acting on behalf of the Government 0f the Republic of Haiti for development assistance since March 15, 1984. Our organization tax identification number (NIF number)is 000-014-783-3. WE PROVIDE CLOTHING, HOUSING, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE, AND SCHOOLING TO FAMILIES AND YOUNG ADULTS. WE ALSO DISTRIBUTE FOOD TO LOCAL ORPHANAGES AND THE POOR IN MORE REMOTE RURALAREAS.
TEACHINGOur purpose has always been, as the Bible says, that grace may extend to more and more people. For this reason, we offer bible studies and encouragement in person along with a bible study ministry online. We provide an opportunity for anyone who expresses interest in a new life in Christ. We also preach the Gospel in small groups in various cities with a street preaching ministry. We believe that it is Gods will to come to a correct understanding of the scriptures to live accordingly.
In 2023 the US Govt opened the CHNV Humanitarian Parole Program to Haitian citizens to enter the US for a period of up to 2 years to live and work lawfully provided they have a sponsor in the US. Our church has resolved to participate in this program due to the rapidly deteriorating conditions in Haiti where our mission work is located. Several of our church members have elected to sponsor various ones and the Church is willing and able to act as a co-sponsor. The Church will assist in providing safe and appropriate housing for these people. We will also assist in providing basic living needs such as food, clothing, and medical care for the duration of their humanitarian parole period. The Church will also provide for continuing education and/or assistance in finding employment once they have received work authorization through the government.
Financials
FY 2024
Revenue
Expenses
People
10 listed
TARAH MCANDREWS
Secretary
$15K
20 hrs/wk
GINA ZILIOLI
Treasurer
$10K
10 hrs/wk
ANDREW PEREIRA
Vice President
—
5 hrs/wk
SARA WEISS
BOARD MEMBER
—
5 hrs/wk
CHARLES MEANS
President
—
10 hrs/wk
BARBARA MACRAE
BOARD MEMBER
—
20 hrs/wk
GERALD FAIR
Board Member
—
5 hrs/wk
JAMES DIGIACOMA
BOARD MEMBER
—
5 hrs/wk
PATRICIA FAIR
BOARD MEMBER
—
5 hrs/wk
TIMOTHY MCANDREWS
BOARD MEMBER
—
5 hrs/wk
Grants received
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$278K from 3 funders · 6 grants · 2017–2023
$135K · 3 grants · 2020–2023
$73K · 1 grant · 2018
$70K · 2 grants · 2017–2018