Alpha International
The mission of the organization is to equip and serve the church in its mission to help people discover and develop a relationship with Jesus. The global team works with different regions to grow Alpha in their context, train leaders, support hub churches and translate resources.
Alpha International at a glance
In short: Alpha International gave $3.2M across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $1.6M), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,154,000
- +114.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,577,000
- +114.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,577,000
- Total assets
- $21,698,180
- +16.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Illinois (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Alpha International
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Alpha International
Who Alpha International funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Alpha International USA ($3.0M). Together the top 2 received $3.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $1–5M range: 2 grants of 5 (40%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $80K (2022) to $3.2M (2024). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $3.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha International USA Carol Stream, IL | Project Expenses | $3,000,832 |
| Alpha USA Oswego, IL | Project Expenses | $153,168 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,698,180 | $26,590,690 | $23,542,727 | $3,154,000 | 2 | $54,760 |
| 2023 | $18,699,356 | $25,321,753 | $25,195,888 | $1,474,060 | 2 | $59,129 |
| 2022 | $19,542,402 | $19,930,900 | $18,599,068 | $79,831 | 1 | $6,586 |
About Alpha International
Based on IRS filings
Alpha International is a public charity focused on religion. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $21.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $3.2M. Net investment income was $55K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Alpha International is led by Nick Perryman, Chief Executive Officer on every filing since 2022; 9 of 25 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nick Perryman
Chief Executive Officer
On filings since 2022
35 hrs/week
$197K (2022) → $137K (2024)
Miles Toulmin
Interim Chief Executive Officer
New on the 2024 filing
35 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tricia Neill
President
President → Director & President, 2022
Director & President → President, 2023
On filings since 2021
28 hrs/week
$144K (2021) → $166K (2024)
Paul Davie
Emena Executive Director
New on the 2024 filing
35 hrs/week
$100K (2024)
The Revd Nicky Gumbel
Chairman
On filings since 2021
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
The Right Revd Sandy Millar
Director
On filings since 2021
0.4 hrs/week
$26K (2021) → $12K (2024)
Habtamu Ewnie
Director of Finance
Director of Finance, Risk & Governor → Director of Finance, 2024
On filings since 2022
35 hrs/week
$91K (2022) → $113K (2024)
Revd Archie Coates
Director
On filings since 2022
0.4 hrs/week
$121 (2022) → $0 (2024)
Dan Blythe
Global Youth Director
On filings since 2023
35 hrs/week
$100K (2023) → $108K (2024)
Rachel Abraham
Co-Director of Product Development
New on the 2024 filing
28 hrs/week
$101K (2024)
Dato Hong Yeoh
Director
On filings since 2021
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Datuk Kathleen Chew
Director
On filings since 2021
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca Stewart
Director
On filings since 2021
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
The Revd Al Gordon
Director
On filings since 2021
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andre Joseph
Director
On filings since 2022
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Fopefoliwa Adelowo
Director
On filings since 2022
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gabriella Helland
Director
On filings since 2022
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Revd James Mallon
Director
On filings since 2022
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Gruenewald
Director
On filings since 2022
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Angelina Hutchinson
Director
On filings since 2023
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Hutchinson
Director
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Revd Stephen Foster
Director
On filings since 2023
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Roger Mawle
Chief Digital Officer
On filings since 2022
35 hrs/week
$160K (2022) → $176K (2024)
Sunjay Gambhir
Global General Counsel
New on the 2024 filing
35 hrs/week
$106K (2024)
Jon Shippen
Secretary
On filings since 2023
0.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Bernard Mensah (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: David Gardner (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Fatima Wesson (2023) — Global Director of Marketing & Communications
- Former: Chris Sadler (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: John Mackay (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Michael Timmis (2021–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $176K, to Mr Roger Mawle (Chief Digital Officer). 9 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Alpha International
How much does Alpha International give each year?
Alpha International gave $3.2M across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.5M across 2 grants.
How large is Alpha International?
Alpha International reported $21.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $26.6M.
What is Alpha International?
Alpha International is a public charity focused on religion. It holds $21.7M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Alpha International operate?
Alpha International has awarded grants in Illinois.
What is Alpha International's EIN?
Alpha International's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 98-1430259. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 5, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 13, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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