American Reformer
American Reformer's mission is to promote a vigorous christian approach to the cultural challenges of our day, rooted in the rich tradition of protestant social and political thought.
American Reformer at a glance
In short: American Reformer gave $5K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $5K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $5,014
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $5,014
- Median grant
- $5,014
- Total assets
- $770,231
- +3755.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who American Reformer funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was New Founding Corporation ($5K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $5K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Founding Corporation Dallas, TX | General Purpose | $5,014 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $770,231 | $280,922 | $630,085 | $5,014 | 1 |
| 2023 | $19,976 | $517,369 | $1,030,768 | — | — |
| 2022 | $104,046 | $148,779 | $397,942 | — | — |
About American Reformer
Based on IRS filings
American Reformer is a public charity focused on religion, based in Dallas, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $770K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $5K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Reformer's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Chris Buskirk
Director
Editor & Publisher → Director, 2023
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Camden Spiller
Director
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Aaron Renn
Co- Founder & Senior Fello
Cofounder & Senior Fellow → Co- Founder & Senior Fello, 2024
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Nathaniel Fischer
Co-Founder
Cofounder → Co-Founder, 2023
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about American Reformer
How much does American Reformer give each year?
American Reformer gave $5K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is American Reformer?
American Reformer reported $770K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $281K.
What is American Reformer?
American Reformer is a public charity focused on religion, based in Dallas, TX. It holds $770K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does American Reformer operate?
American Reformer has awarded grants in Texas.
What is American Reformer's EIN?
American Reformer's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-0851385. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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