Christian Word Ministries Inc
Christian Word Ministries Inc is a private foundation based in Lexington, Kentucky. It supports Christian ministries and other charitable organizations through grants, and its website describes a mission of advancing the Kingdom of God by proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and encouraging, edifying, and equipping the body of Christ.
Christian Word Ministries Inc at a glance
In short: Christian Word Ministries Inc gave $675K across 68 grants in 2025 (avg $10K), mostly in Kentucky. 29% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $675,358
- +29.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 68
- +15.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $9,932
- +12.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $1,734,421
- -4.6% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (20 of 68, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Kentucky (96% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Christian Word Ministries Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1005 Richmond Road, Lexington, KY 40502
Phone: (859) 278-0746
Website: https://www.christianword.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Christian Word Ministries Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Hope Center ($50K). Together the top 10 received $308K.
Grant Size Distribution
269 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 264 grants of 269 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 96% of grant dollars went to recipients in Kentucky. Tennessee, Florida, Texas, and Colorado each accounted for 1%. The foundation’s filing describes support for Christian ministries around the world, while its reported 2025 grants were concentrated in Kentucky.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 68 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Christian Word Ministries Inc open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 20 of 68 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $11K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 66% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 71% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 644% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $160K (2019) to $675K (2025). In 2025 it made 68 grants totaling $675K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Center Lexington, KY | Support | $50,000 |
| Markey Cancer Center Lexington, KY | Support | $50,000 |
| Stable Recovery Lexington, KY | Support | $50,000 |
| The Lexington School Lexington, KY | Support | $30,000 |
| American Cancer Society Lexington, KY | Support | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald Charities of the Bluegrass Lexington, KY | Support | $25,000 |
| Catholic Action Center Lexington, KY | Support | $20,000 |
| God's Pantry Food Bank Lexington, KY | Support | $20,000 |
| Shepherd's House Inc Lexington, KY | Support | $20,000 |
| Brick by Brick Ministry Lexington, KY | Support | $18,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,734,421 | $734,709 | $818,620 | $675,358 | 68 | $797,139 | $16,579 | $123,868 |
| 2024 | $1,818,798 | $599,557 | $656,641 | $522,250 | 59 | $640,856 | $33,772 | $111,752 |
| 2023 | $1,875,882 | $516,154 | $564,223 | $439,850 | 53 | $551,211 | $15,132 | $90,436 |
| 2022 | $1,923,733 | $364,086 | $484,386 | $395,800 | 48 | $473,256 | $7,953 | $90,278 |
| 2021 | $2,044,033 | $281,873 | $428,043 | $272,250 | 41 | $370,742 | — | $106,749 |
| 2020 | $2,190,203 | $400,000 | $360,704 | $198,500 | 25 | — | — | $104,137 |
| 2019 | $2,150,907 | $578,125 | $468,134 | $160,000 | 25 | — | — | $104,894 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Christian Word Ministries Inc reported a distributable amount of $124K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Christian Word Ministries states that its vision is to advance the Kingdom of God by proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and encouraging, edifying, and equipping the body of Christ. Its 2025 filing says it provides funds to Christian ministries around the world for evangelism, orphanages, and homeless shelters, and supports sending needy children to church camps and providing food to local food banks.
Its grants also reach organizations serving a range of needs. For example, the American Cancer Society describes its mission as improving the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. God’s Pantry Food Bank says it works to reduce hunger by feeding Kentucky communities. Shepherd’s House describes its work as helping residents build living skills and supporting recovery. Jubilee Jobs of Lexington says it helps disadvantaged job seekers in Central Kentucky gain employment and receive follow-up counseling.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 68 grants totaling $675,358. Grants ranged from $450 to $50,000, with a median of $5,000. Among its largest reported grants were $50,000 each to Hope Center, Markey Cancer Center, and Stable Recovery; $30,000 to The Lexington School; and $25,000 each to the American Cancer Society and Ronald McDonald Charities of the Bluegrass. Each was listed for “support.”
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists John P. Broadbent, Sandra L. Broadbent, Allison VandenHouten, Walker Mayer, Griffin Mayer, and Field Broadbent as directors; Martha B. Mayer as president; Linda Hood as secretary/treasurer; and Richard F. Broadbent IV as vice president.
The ministry’s website identifies Richard Broadbent III as its founder. It states that he died in 2010.
Christian Word Ministries Inc is led by Martha B. Mayer, President on every filing since 2019; all 9 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Martha B. Mayer
President
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
$5K (2019) → $11K (2025)
Allison Vandenhouten
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
$5K (2019) → $11K (2025)
John P. Broadbent
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
$5K (2019) → $11K (2025)
Sandra L. Broadbent
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
$5K (2019) → $11K (2025)
Field Broadbent
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$10K (2023) → $11K (2025)
Griffin Mayer
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$10K (2023) → $11K (2025)
Walker Mayer
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$10K (2023) → $11K (2025)
Linda Hood
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
$5K (2019) → $11K (2025)
Richard F. Broadbent IV
Vice President
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
$5K (2019) → $11K (2025)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Daniel Hardigree (2019) — Director
- Former: Mildred L. Rheinsmith (2019) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $11K, to John P Broadbent (Director). 9 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Christian Word Ministries Inc
How much does Christian Word Ministries Inc give each year?
Christian Word Ministries Inc gave $675K across 68 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $522K across 59 grants.
What is Christian Word Ministries Inc's typical grant size?
Christian Word Ministries Inc's median grant in 2025 was $5,000, and its average grant was $9,932, across 68 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Christian Word Ministries Inc that year got $8K on average.
Where does Christian Word Ministries Inc give grants?
Christian Word Ministries Inc gives mostly in Kentucky: 96% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Lexington, KY (48 grants), Versailles, KY (3 grants) and Louisville, KY (3 grants).
Does Christian Word Ministries Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 68 grants with a stated purpose on Christian Word Ministries Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support" (67 grants).
Who are Christian Word Ministries Inc's largest grantees?
Christian Word Ministries Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Hope Center ($50,000), Markey Cancer Center ($50,000) and Stable Recovery ($50,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 22% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Christian Word Ministries Inc?
Christian Word Ministries Inc reported $1.7M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $797K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $124K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Christian Word Ministries Inc fund?
Christian Word Ministries states that its vision is to advance the Kingdom of God by proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and encouraging, edifying, and equipping the body of Christ. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Christian Word Ministries Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Christian Word Ministries Inc's EIN?
Christian Word Ministries Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-1304758. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does Christian Word Ministries Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 4, 2020)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 28, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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