Lesser Ministries Inc

EIN: 921166845 501(c)(3) Religion

Pink Hill, NC

Total Revenue
$204,281
Total Expenses
$143,723
Total Assets
$124,305
Net Assets
$124,305
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2022
Legal Domicile
NC
Principal Officer
Jonathan D Smith
Phone
9102710039
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Lesser Ministries Inc, founded in 2022, is a small nonprofit in the Religion sector that reported $204K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 69% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $61K, a strong 30% operating margin.

Mission

Lesser Ministries supports pastors and church leaders and provides mission opportunities for those serving the less fortunate, meeting both physical and spiritual needs.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $34,162

Domestic Ministry: Supported pastors and congregations in the U.S. Offered service opportunities to help individuals and families in need Partnered with ministries to provide supplies and volunteer...

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Domestic Ministry: Supported pastors and congregations in the U.S. Offered service opportunities to help individuals and families in need Partnered with ministries to provide supplies and volunteer support. Led a supply drive for Hurricane Helene victims in Western NC. Served as chaplains with the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team. Worked with local churches, schools, and groups in relief efforts. Supported leadership retreat and Kids For Jesus programs. Provided benevolence assistance to families in need. Estimated more than 1,000 families served through activities. Program furthered domestic outreach and community support. See Schedule O for full description.

Program 2
Expenses: $23,303 Revenue: $15,046

Central & South America Missions: Supported pastors and churches. Conducted short-term mission activities with local congregations. Preached in churches and held leadership teaching sessions...

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Central & South America Missions: Supported pastors and churches. Conducted short-term mission activities with local congregations. Preached in churches and held leadership teaching sessions. Participated in planning meetings for future mission outreach. In 2024, conducted mission work in Uberlandia, Brazil. Forty-three volunteers served an estimated 1,000 individuals. Provided VBS programs in schools and community settings. Engaged in evangelism throughout local communities. Continued partnerships with churches and ministry leaders. Program advanced regional ministry and outreach efforts. See Schedule O for full description.

Program 3
Expenses: $17,264

Africa Missions: Supported pastors, leaders, and communities. Conducted short-term mission trips focused on spiritual care. Assisted individuals facing poverty through ministry outreach. Preached...

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Africa Missions: Supported pastors, leaders, and communities. Conducted short-term mission trips focused on spiritual care. Assisted individuals facing poverty through ministry outreach. Preached weekly in local congregations to support pastors. Held a womens retreat with about 20 participants. Conducted a leadership conference serving about 500 daily. Provided meals during leadership training sessions. Held open-air village meetings with 1,500 nightly attendees. Strengthened local churches through teaching and support. Program expanded outreach across multiple communities. See Schedule O for full description.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $189,235
Program Service Revenue $15,046
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $204,281

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $23,616
Salaries & Benefits $56,373
Fundraising Expenses $591
Program Expenses $74,729
Other Expenses $63,734
TOTAL EXPENSES $143,723

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $204,281 $120,742 +0.7%
Expenses $143,723 $56,995 +1.5%
Net Income $60,558 $63,747 -0.1%
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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
5
Independent Members
3
Employees
2
Volunteers
10

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
2
$55,516
Total Directors
5
$55,516
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
JONATHAN D SMITH President Director 40.00
Officer Director
$35,416 $15,600 $51,016
MELISSA D SMITH Treasurer Director 18.00
Officer Director
$4,500 $0 $4,500
SHANE KENNEDY Director 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
PAUL DEAN Director 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
RICHARD HALL Director 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
2024 $204,281 $143,723 $124,305 $60,558
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