International Reference Library for Biblical Research
International Reference Library for Biblical Research is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Fort Worth, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.5M in total assets. In 2024, it made $196K in qualifying distributions. Net investment income was $103K.
International Reference Library for Biblical Research at a glance
- Total assets
- $1,488,837
- -3.9% vs 2023
- Revenue (2024)
- $130,784
- +90.4% vs 2023
- Qualifying distributions (2024)
- $195,949
- +270.9% vs 2023
- Expenses (2024)
- $224,638
- +181.7% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
Who International Reference Library for Biblical Research funds
How this funder distributes its grants
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
States
Cities
How International Reference Library for Biblical Research gives
- In 2024 it paid out 266% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 1 grant totaling $11K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Tyndale House Cambridge Inc Wheaton, IL | To Promote Biblical Research. | $11,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,488,837 | $130,784 | $224,638 | — | — | $195,949 | $102,676 | $73,607 |
| 2023 | $1,549,264 | $68,707 | $79,748 | — | — | $52,827 | $41,787 | $71,895 |
| 2022 | $1,419,014 | $103,511 | $103,797 | — | — | $73,357 | $73,523 | $73,548 |
| 2021 | $1,761,549 | $134,172 | $69,534 | — | — | $30,527 | $97,709 | $81,207 |
| 2020 | $1,566,431 | $62,192 | $50,125 | $11,000 | 1 | — | $36,368 | $69,880 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, International Reference Library for Biblical Research reported a distributable amount of $74K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
International Reference Library for Biblical Research is led by E. Randolph Richards, President on every filing since 2020; all 4 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
E. Randolph Richards
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $7K (2024)
David Capes
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$4K (2023) → $4K (2024)
Daniel Fredericks
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$3K (2020) → $18K (2024)
Terry Wilder
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$1K (2020) → $6K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 $18K, to Dr Daniel Fredericks (Treasurer). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about International Reference Library for Biblical Research
How large is International Reference Library for Biblical Research?
International Reference Library for Biblical Research reported $1.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $196K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $74K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is International Reference Library for Biblical Research?
International Reference Library for Biblical Research is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Fort Worth, TX. It holds $1.5M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does International Reference Library for Biblical Research operate?
International Reference Library for Biblical Research has awarded grants in Illinois.
What is International Reference Library for Biblical Research's EIN?
International Reference Library for Biblical Research's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 30-0282970. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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