Adult & Teen Challenge Usa
ADULT & TEEN CHALLENGE EXISTS TO EVANGELIZE AND DISCIPLE TEENS AND ADULTS, TRAPPED IN ADDICTION, THROUGH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST. AS THE MOST SUCCESSFUL, RESIDENTIAL, LONG TERM RESTORATION MINISTRY IN THE WORLD, ADULT & TEEN CHALLENGE CONTINUES TO BUILD ON ITS 60+ YEAR MINISTRY BY SERVING THOSE IN NEED REGARDLESS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, OR ETHNICITY. THE NATIONAL OFFICE EXISTS TO PROVIDE STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP WHILE FUNCTIONING AS A VISIONARY RESOURCE AGENCY FOR ADULT & TEEN CHALLENGE CENTERS IN THE USA. OUR GOAL IS TO HELP ADULT & TEEN CHALLENGE CENTERS ACCOMPLISH THEIR MISSION OR RECOVERY SERVICES, EVANGELISM AND DISCIPLESHIP FOR PEOPLE WITH LIFE CONTROLLING PROBLEMS.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.2M
+20.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$70K
-9.7% YoY
Grant Count
7
-12.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$10K
+3.2% YoY
About Adult & Teen Challenge Usa
Based on IRS filings
Adult & Teen Challenge Usa is a nonprofit organization, based in OZARK, MO. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $3.2M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $70K. Net investment income was $42K.
Ready to take the next step with Adult & Teen Challenge Usa?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,158,906 | $2,618,739 | $2,934,591 |
| Revenue | $3,102,738 | $2,899,819 | $2,608,533 |
| Expenses | $2,623,040 | $3,282,367 | $2,609,924 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $42,385 | $41,971 | $34,466 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
35 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Greater San Francisco Teen Challenge ($15,000), Beauty for Ashes Atc ($11,250), Home of Hope Atc ($11,250).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| GREATER SAN FRANCISCO TEEN CHALLENGE SAN FRANCISCO, CA | SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENTS IN PROGRAM | $15,000 |
| ATC OF HOT SPRINGS AR HOT SPRINGS, AR | SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENT IN PROGRAM | $7,500 |
| SANDHILLS ADULT & TEEN CHALLENGE SOUTHERN PINES, NC | SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENT IN PROGRAM | $10,000 |
| BEAUTY FOR ASHES ATC FREDERICKSBURG, VA | SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENT IN PROGRAM | $11,250 |
| HOME OF HOPE ATC CASA GRANDE, AZ | SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENT IN PROGRAM | $11,250 |
| TEEN CHALLENGE OF KENTUCKY LOUISVILLE, KY | SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENT IN PROGRAM | $7,500 |
| TEEN CHALLENGE OF COLORADO 180 MINISTRIES INC OLATHE, CO | SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENT IN PROGRAM | $7,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILFREDO DE JESUS | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| BRICE MADDOCK | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| CHRIS HODGES | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| STEVE PAULSON | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| GARY BENTLEY | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| JEFF RICHARDS | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| DAVE PHILLIPS | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| MIKE ZELLO | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| JUAN CRUZ | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| JOHN ROSSI | CHAIR | 5 | — |
| DANIEL RUIZ | SECRETARY | 5 | — |
| TED PAPIT | TREASURER | 5 | — |
| SUE GENGLER | VICE CHAIR | 5 | — |
| GARY BLACKARD | PRESIDENT/CEO | 60 | $113,714 |
| GEORGE THOMAS | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| PAUL ECKELS | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| TOM TRUSZINSKI | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| JEFF BONZELAAR | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How large is Adult & Teen Challenge Usa?
As of 2024, Adult & Teen Challenge Usa holds $3.2M in total assets with $3.1M in annual revenue. It awarded 7 grants totaling $70K in 2024.
Where does Adult & Teen Challenge Usa operate?
Adult & Teen Challenge Usa has awarded grants in Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
What size grants does Adult & Teen Challenge Usa award?
In 2024, Adult & Teen Challenge Usa awarded 7 grants totaling $70K — an average of about $10K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Adult & Teen Challenge Usa's EIN?
Adult & Teen Challenge Usa's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 43-1353323. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Adult & Teen Challenge Usa's focus areas in our free grants database
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Brooke and Inge Lessig T W Sal Army
SAINT LOUIS, MO
Assets
$985K
Grants
1
Total Given
$54K
Sweet Springs Restoration Foundation
SWEET SPRINGS, MO
Assets
$925K
Grants
0
Total Given
—
Tw Wyly Scholarship Fund
SAINT LOUIS, MO
Assets
$1.5M
Grants
14
Total Given
$80K
Desoto Dragons Wrestling Club
DE SOTO, MO
Assets
$8K
Grants
0
Total Given
—
Pilling Family Foundation Inc
OSAGE BEACH, MO
Assets
$9.7M
Grants
20
Total Given
$526K
Heru Urban Farming and Garden
HAZELWOOD, MO
Assets
$112K
Grants
2
Total Given
$113K
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
What could you do with Adult & Teen Challenge Usa on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities
Go from researching Adult & Teen Challenge Usa to a real strategy.