The Constellation Network
To create a network of enterprises and organizations within our community with a common vision to create shalom in our region.
The Constellation Network at a glance
In short: The Constellation Network reported $105 in grants paid in 2021 (a total; its filing lists no individual grants). Source: 2021 IRS Form 990.
- Grants paid (2021)
- $105 — reported as a total on the IRS filing, without an itemized list
- Expenses (2021)
- $245
- -99.4% vs 2020
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who The Constellation Network 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
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $105 (2021) to $24K (2019). In 2021 it reported $105 in grants paid, as a total without an itemized list.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett Area Community Service Kennett Square, PA | Grant to facilitate getting ahead workshops in southern Chester county. | $24,302 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | $245 | $105 | Total only | — |
| 2020 | $251 | $2,266 | $42,456 | — | — | $-1,525 |
| 2019 | $40,634 | $23,499 | $108,963 | $24,302 | 1 | — |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
About The Constellation Network
Based on IRS filings
The Constellation Network is a public charity focused on religion, based in Kennett Square, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2021. In 2021, it reported $105 in grants paid as a total on its IRS filing, without an itemized list.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Constellation Network is led by J. Michael Bontrager, President on every filing since 2019; none of the 5 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
J. Michael Bontrager
President
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Andrew Smith
Board Member
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Frederick Troupe Mickler
Board Member
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Greg Lafferty
Board Member
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Jesse Johnson
Board Member
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Ann-Louise Jeffery (2019) — Board Member
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 The Constellation Network
How much does The Constellation Network give each year?
The Constellation Network reported $105 in grants paid in 2021 on its 2021 IRS Form 990, as a total without an itemized list of grants.
What is The Constellation Network?
The Constellation Network is a public charity focused on religion, based in Kennett Square, PA.
Where does The Constellation Network operate?
The Constellation Network has awarded grants in Pennsylvania.
What is The Constellation Network's EIN?
The Constellation Network's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-2874899. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS July 15, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 16, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2021
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