Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization based in Boone, North Carolina. Established in 1980, the organization provides spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world, with a focus on those affected by war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity and has been tax-exempt since April 1981.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.6B
+41.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$13.2M
+49.0% YoY
Grant Count
59
-4.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$223K
+56.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Samaritan's Purse's mission is to provide spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world with the purpose of sharing God's love through Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Primary program areas include:
Operation Christmas Child (OCC): A 30-year-old initiative that collects and delivers gift-filled shoeboxes to children around the world. In 2023, 11.3 million shoebox gifts were packed by people from 11 countries. Since 1993, the program has distributed more than 220 million shoebox gifts in more than 170 countries and territories.
South Sudan Relief: The organization supports refugees, internally displaced persons, and vulnerable members of host communities in South Sudan. In 2023, teams distributed food and nutritional supplements to over 396,000 people and provided outpatient services and treatment to 61,856 individuals through mobile medical units. The organization also operates water, sanitation, and hygiene projects.
Disaster Relief: The organization responds to natural disasters and humanitarian crises globally, including emergency field hospital operations and emergency aid airlifts.
Grantmaking
Samaritan's Purse functions primarily as a direct service provider rather than a traditional grantmaker. However, the organization does distribute significant resources:
Grant Range
** Typical awards range from $5,025 to $26,322,614
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Samaritan's Purse operates internationally with a presence in more than 170 countries and territories. Primary funding focus areas include North Carolina, Texas, and Alaska, though the organization's work extends globally with particular emphasis on regions affected by humanitarian crises, including South Sudan and other areas experiencing conflict, poverty, and natural disasters.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Total Assets: $2,589,307,799 (as of most recent filing)
Total Revenues: $1,201,910,256 (2023)
Total Expenses: $1,037,513,821 (2023)
Total Assets (alternative source): $1,826,473,329 (2023)
Employees: 5,144 (2023)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,589,307,799 | $1,826,473,329 | $1,635,199,455 |
| Revenue | $1,839,497,527 | $1,201,910,256 | $1,312,445,801 |
| Expenses | $1,093,195,701 | $1,037,513,821 | $981,485,381 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $69,171,413 | $41,950,919 | $12,932,264 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
247 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Servinghim Healthcare International ($3,000,000), Jaars Inc ($2,800,000), The Mailbox Club Inc ($2,000,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SERVINGHIM HEALTHCARE INTERNATIONAL PLANO, TX | COMMUNITY DEVELOP. | $3,000,000 |
| JAARS INC WAXHAW, NC | MISSIONARY ASSIST. | $2,800,000 |
| THE MAILBOX CLUB INC VALDOSTA, GA | MISSIONARY ASSIST. | $2,000,000 |
| MISSIONARY FLIGHTS INTERNATIONAL FORT PIERCE, FL | MISSIONARY ASSIST. | $1,000,000 |
| BILLY GRAHAM EVANGELISTIC ASSOC CHARLOTTE, NC | MISSIONARY ASSIST. | $650,000 |
| ALLIANCE DEFENDING FREEDOM SCOTTSDALE, AZ | MISSIONARY ASSIST. | $500,000 |
| WORLDVENTURE ENGLEWOOD, CO | EMERGENCY RELIEF | $493,094 |
| KENAI CLASSICAL INC SOLDOTNA, AK | COMMUNITY DEVELOP. | $250,000 |
| RIO GRANDE BIBLE INSTITUTE INC EDINBURG, TX | CHRISTIAN EDUCATION | $250,000 |
| THE CHRISTIAN HEALTH SERVICE CORPS FRUITVALE, TX | MEDICAL ASSIST. | $227,908 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM FRANKLIN GRAHAM III | BD MEM/CHR/P | 40 | $873,868 |
| MEREDITH COLLIE | CFO AFFILIAT | 40 | $424,422 |
| KENNETH ISAACS | VP-PROG/GOVT | 40 | $359,930 |
| JAMES HARRELSON | VP-OP CHRIST | 40 | $360,013 |
| WILLIAM MAUPIN | VP-INFO TECH | 40 | $337,913 |
| EDWARD GRAHAM | BOARD MEMBER | 40 | $340,547 |
| PAULA WOODRING | BD MEM/EXECU | 40 | $338,304 |
| RONALD WILCOX | FORMERKEYEMP | 40 | $319,884 |
| MERRILL LITTLEJOHN | FORMER OFFIC | 30 | $323,059 |
| LUTHER HARRISON | VP-NORTHAMER | 40 | $315,741 |
| CINDY RUTZ | VP-HUMAN RES | 40 | $294,819 |
| STEVE NICKEL | VP-DONORMINI | 40 | $301,175 |
| JAMES DAILEY | VP-COMMUNICA | 40 | $292,240 |
| BRANDON SUTHERLAND | CFO | 40 | $291,093 |
| PHYLLIS PAYNE | BD MEM/ASTSE | 30 | $274,597 |
| CHRISTOPHER WEEKS | FMRHIGHCOMP/ | — | $314,268 |
| DONNA PIERCE | SECRETARY/VP | 40 | $246,930 |
| JANE AUSTIN LYNCH | BD MEM/SENIO | 40 | $170,188 |
| FELIX MARTIN DEL CAMPO | BD MEMBER/CO | 1 | $6,000 |
| JAMES OLIVER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $5,000 |
| DON CAMPION | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL CHEATHAM | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| COREY FURMAN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MELVIN GRAHAM | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JEFF GREENE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| LOUIS HEITZIG | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| THOMAS HODGES | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BOBBY IDOL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BRIAN PAULS | BD MEM/VICE | 1 | — |
| PAUL SABER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOHN SCOTT | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ROBERT SHANK | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| RICHARD WILLIAMS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STERLING CARROLL | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| JAMES FURMAN | ASSISTANT TR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Samaritan's Purse received $19 million in USAID funding, which was unfrozen by the White House amid a federal foreign aid pause.
Samaritan's Purse Awarded $19M in USAID Funds Amid Foreign ...The organization airlifted 48+ tons of aid to Lebanese families in response to humanitarian needs.
SAMARITAN'S PURSE AIRLIFTS 48+ TONS OF AID TO LEBANESE FAMILIESSamaritan's Purse opened an emergency field hospital in Jamaica to treat survivors of Hurricane Melissa.
Samaritan's Purse Awarded $19M in USAID Funds Amid Foreign ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Samaritan's Purse fund?
Samaritan's Purse's mission is to provide spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world with the purpose of sharing God's love through Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Primary program areas include: **Operation Christmas Child (OCC):** A 30-year-old initiative that collects and delivers gift-filled shoeboxes to children around the world. In 2023, 11.3 million shoebox gifts were packed by people from 11 cou…
How do I apply for a grant from Samaritan's Purse?
Samaritan's Purse functions primarily as a direct service provider rather than a traditional grantmaker. However, the organization does distribute significant resources: **Total Giving:** $401,666,871 (based on most recent IRS 990 filing) **Grant Range:** Typical awards range from $5,025 to $26,322,614 **Focus Areas:** Human Rights, Social Justice, COVID-19 Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Relief, and Higher Education
Where does Samaritan's Purse make grants?
Samaritan's Purse operates internationally with a presence in more than 170 countries and territories. Primary funding focus areas include North Carolina, Texas, and Alaska, though the organization's work extends globally with particular emphasis on regions affected by humanitarian crises, including South Sudan and other areas experiencing conflict, poverty, and natural disasters.
What size grants does Samaritan's Purse award?
In 2024, Samaritan's Purse awarded 59 grants totaling $13.2M — an average of about $223K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Samaritan's Purse's EIN?
Samaritan's Purse's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-1437002. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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