BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH

EIN: 911098782 501(c)(3)

TACOMA, WA

Total Revenue
$2,437,085
Total Expenses
$1,786,584
Total Assets
$3,056,697
Net Assets
$2,694,987
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1991
Legal Domicile
WA
Principal Officer
THEODORE SEATS
Phone
2534721147
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH, founded in 1991, is a community nonprofit that reported $2.4M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 21% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $651K, a strong 27% operating margin.

Mission

We will in all aspects of ministry strive to REACH the non-believers, CONNECT them with disciples who will help them to GROW in love, ACT in faith, DISCOVER their gift/s and HONOR the Body of Christ according to the foundation of Gods WORD.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $1,241,929

THE SHELTER (FAMILY LIFE CENTER) IS A DIVINELY POSITIONED MINISTRY WHERE BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES ARE MODELED, GODLY IDEALS ARE INSTILLED, HOPE IMPLANTED, AND TRUST EMBEDDED TO MEET THE NEEDS AND...

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THE SHELTER (FAMILY LIFE CENTER) IS A DIVINELY POSITIONED MINISTRY WHERE BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES ARE MODELED, GODLY IDEALS ARE INSTILLED, HOPE IMPLANTED, AND TRUST EMBEDDED TO MEET THE NEEDS AND OPPORTUNITIES OF CHILDREN, FAMILES, AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS. WE EQUIP THEM THROUGH TEACHING, MENTORING, ADVISING, COUNSELING, PHYSICAL FITNESS, HEALTH/WELLNESS, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCE PROVISIONS.IN 2024, WE SERVED ONE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY-TWO (1,852) RESIDENTS CONSISTING OF CHILDREN AND ADULT FAMILIES. WE ASSISTED NINETY-EIGHT (98) IN SECURING PERMANENT HOUSING. THIS ALLOWS OUR SHELTER TO CONTINUE TO ACCEPT NEW RESIDENTS WITH EACH SUCCESS STORY.

Program 2
Expenses: $488,675

THE CHURCH MINISTERS, SERVES, AND WORKS WITHIN THE MISSION STEPS TO ACCOMPLISH THE VISION.In the reporting period for the year of 2024, the membership of the church has grown by one hundred nine...

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THE CHURCH MINISTERS, SERVES, AND WORKS WITHIN THE MISSION STEPS TO ACCOMPLISH THE VISION.In the reporting period for the year of 2024, the membership of the church has grown by one hundred nine (109) new members. Of the new members, fifty-seven (57) have completed our new members orientation. We have baptized seventeen (17) new members for the year. Our motto is We Are Better Together of which, we solicit all members to become a part of one of the many church ministries. We believe each Christian has a gift which can be used for the edification of the entire church and for the glorification of God. To date, we are blessed to report all our new members have shown an eagerness to become an active part of the ministrys vision. In our efforts to help serve the community wherein we are located, we administer the following ministry efforts: community food distribtution, community clothes closet, in-house benevolence assistance, community violence intervention, addiction and recovery intervention, and partnership with other community programs to help meet the needs of the people.

Program 3

THE CHURCH RECEIVED GRANTS FROM BOTH GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE SOURCES TO DEVELOP AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND RENOVATE EXISTING BUILDINGS. GRANTS WERE USED TO FUND PRE-DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES FOR 'THE HOUSE OF...

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THE CHURCH RECEIVED GRANTS FROM BOTH GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE SOURCES TO DEVELOP AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND RENOVATE EXISTING BUILDINGS. GRANTS WERE USED TO FUND PRE-DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES FOR 'THE HOUSE OF BETHLEHEM AND RENOVATE AND UPGRADE EQUIPMENT FOR THE EXISTING SHELTER.GRANTS WERE ALSO USED TO IMPROVE THE COMMUNITY FOOD BANK MINISTRY. EQUIPMENT PURCHASED INCLUDED A TRUCK AND LIFTGATE, SHELVES AND A FREEZER.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $2,398,047
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $638
Other Revenue $38,400
TOTAL REVENUE $2,437,085

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $7,000
Salaries & Benefits $862,210
Fundraising Expenses $6,171
Program Expenses $1,730,604
Other Expenses $917,374
TOTAL EXPENSES $1,786,584

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $2,437,085 $2,018,656 +0.2%
Expenses $1,786,584 $1,713,195 +0.0%
Net Income $650,501 $305,461 +1.1%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
13
Independent Members
13
Employees
23
Volunteers
82

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
0
$0
Total Directors
13
$107,029
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
THEODORE SEATS Chairman 30.00
Director
$47,354 $0 $47,354
BERNICE MOREHEAD DEACON 40.00
Director
$30,000 $0 $30,000
ALTHEA JONES DEACON 40.00
Director
$29,675 $0 $29,675
MEVIN FIELDS DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
TAMMY FIELDS DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
KAREN GITTENS DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
EDNA STUBBS DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
ANTHONY POWELL DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
ALETTA EARLY DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
CYNTHIA SEATS CO-CHAIRMAN 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
VERNON HOSANNAH DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DESIREE HOSANNAH DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DWAYNE ROBERTS DEACON 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 $2,437,085 $1,786,584 $3,056,697 $650,501
2023 $2,018,656 $1,713,195 $2,603,551 $305,461
2022 $1,348,918 $1,149,454 $2,340,992 $199,464
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