Praise Broadcasting Network Inc
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc is a private foundation based in Wilmington, North Carolina. Its 2021 filing describes its charitable activity as serving the public through Christian music and teaching funded by radio broadcast stations. The filing is marked as the organization’s final return, so it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc at a glance
In short: Praise Broadcasting Network Inc gave $150K across 12 grants in 2021 (avg $13K), top state North Carolina. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $150,249
- +1903.3% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 12
- +1100.0% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $12,521
- +66.9% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $12,000
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (37% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Praise Broadcasting Network Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. The filing does not describe an application process or required materials.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1508 Military Cutoff Road 202, Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: (910) 799-7548
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Praise Broadcasting Network Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Voice of Hope ($22K). Together the top 10 received $130K.
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 14 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2021 grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. The largest reported shares were North Carolina (37%), California (17%), Texas (15%), Ohio (9%), and Illinois (8%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
How Praise Broadcasting Network Inc gives
- In 2021 it paid out well above 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
From 2019 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $8K (2020) to $150K (2021). In 2021 it made 12 grants totaling $150K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Voice of Hope Charlotte, NC | To Assist with Christian Radio Broadcasting | $22,000 |
| Maranantha Ministries Bakersfield, CA | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $15,000 |
| Five 14 Church Ministries New Albany, OH | To lead people into a growing relationship with jesus christ | $13,249 |
| Radio Encounter Wilmington, NC | To Assist with Christian Radio Broadcasting | $12,000 |
| Trans World Radio Cary, NC | To Assist with Christian Radio Broadcasting | $12,000 |
| Corrie Ten Boom Fellowship - Jerusalem Prayer Team Colleyville, TX | To Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem | $12,000 |
| Kids Around the World Rockford, IL | To provide safe play equipment for children that found themselves in situations where it was difficult to just be a kid. | $12,000 |
| Save Our Kids Columbia, SC | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $12,000 |
| Jews for Jesus San Francisco, CA | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse Boone, NC | To provide spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2020 filing reported one grant.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | $46,445 | $159,645 | $150,249 | 12 | $155,876 | $38,542 | $6,113 |
| 2020 | $132,183 | $1,895 | $8,994 | $7,500 | 1 | — | $1,307 | $6,447 |
| 2019 | $133,618 | $1,778 | $21,436 | $20,000 | 1 | — | $1,212 | $7,087 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Praise Broadcasting Network Inc reported a distributable amount of $6K for 2021 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated charitable activity was funding radio broadcast stations that provide Christian music and teaching. Its 2021 grants also went to organizations working in areas including Christian broadcasting, ministry, aid to people in need, and support for children.
Among the recipients, Kids Around the World described its mission as bringing hope to children through partnerships providing playgrounds, food, biblical training, and outreach activities. Samaritan’s Purse described itself as a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to people affected by war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation reported 12 grants totaling $150,249. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $22,000, with a median grant of $12,000. Notable recipients included Voice of Hope in Charlotte, North Carolina ($22,000, for Christian radio broadcasting); Maranatha Ministries in Bakersfield, California ($15,000); Five 14 Church Ministries in New Albany, Ohio ($13,249); Radio Encounter in Wilmington, North Carolina ($12,000, for Christian radio broadcasting); and Trans World Radio in Cary, North Carolina ($12,000, for Christian radio broadcasting).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Dennis Anderson was listed as president on the 2021 filing.
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc is led by Dennis Anderson, President on every filing since 2019 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Dennis Anderson
President
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2021. "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 Praise Broadcasting Network Inc
How much does Praise Broadcasting Network Inc give each year?
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc gave $150K across 12 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $8K across 1 grant.
What is Praise Broadcasting Network Inc's typical grant size?
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc's median grant in 2021 was $12,000, and its average grant was $12,521, across 12 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Praise Broadcasting Network Inc give grants?
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc's top state is North Carolina, with 37% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (17%) and Texas (15%).
Who are Praise Broadcasting Network Inc's largest grantees?
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc's largest 2021 grantees include Voice of Hope ($22,000), Maranantha Ministries ($15,000) and Five 14 Church Ministries ($13,249), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 33% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
What does Praise Broadcasting Network Inc fund?
The organization’s stated charitable activity was funding radio broadcast stations that provide Christian music and teaching. Its 2021 grants also went to organizations working in areas including Christian broadcasting, ministry, aid to people in need, and support for children. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Praise Broadcasting Network Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Praise Broadcasting Network Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2021, Praise Broadcasting Network Inc reported a distributable amount of $6K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Praise Broadcasting Network Inc's EIN?
Praise Broadcasting Network Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-1465080. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2021.
Does Praise Broadcasting Network Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS September 1, 2020)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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