The Wellspring Group
Wellspring provides a discipleship model for individuals and churches to engage as a part of their overall spiritual development. This is done through retreat and small group experiences and through equipping churches and organizations to implement the discipleship process.
The Wellspring Group at a glance
In short: The Wellspring Group gave $125K across 3 grants in 2026 (avg $42K), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $125,000
- +13.6% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 3
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $41,667
- +13.6% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $407,536
- -20.9% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Georgia (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who The Wellspring Group funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Loganville Christian Academy ($50K). Together the top 3 received $125K.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 6 grants of 10 (60%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Wellspring Group gives
- Giving grew 257% from 2023 to 2026. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $35K (2023) to $125K (2026). In 2026 it made 3 grants totaling $125K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Loganville Christian Academy Loganville, GA | General Support | $50,000 |
| Kardia Taylor's Donor Advised Fund Norcross, GA | General Support | $50,000 |
| New City Church Lawrenceville, GA | General Support | $25,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $407,536 | $1,424,797 | $1,528,169 | $125,000 | 3 | $711 |
| 2025 | $515,247 | $1,854,741 | $2,192,559 | $110,000 | 3 | $5,449 |
| 2024 | $789,792 | $1,762,005 | $1,676,028 | — | — | $14,011 |
| 2023 | $692,838 | $1,172,181 | $1,497,166 | $35,000 | 2 | $7 |
| 2022 | $1,020,427 | $1,787,362 | $1,168,131 | $65,000 | 2 | $23 |
| 2021 | $522,880 | $1,016,384 | $956,119 | — | — | $31 |
| 2020 | $340,249 | $949,887 | $1,066,649 | — | — | $105 |
About The Wellspring Group
Based on IRS filings
The Wellspring Group is a public charity focused on religion, based in Spring, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $408K in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 3 grants totaling $125K. Net investment income was $711.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Wellspring Group is led by Abby Mandella, Executive Director since 2025 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 8 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Abby Mandella
Executive Director
Operations Director → Managing Director, 2021
Managing Director → Executive Director, 2025
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$91K (2020) → $153K (2026)
Bryan Taylor
Board Chairman
Director → Board Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Larry Bolden
Founder
Executive Director → Founder, 2025
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$173K (2020) → $163K (2026)
Beth Lee
Board Member
Director → Chairman, 2021
Chairman → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jerry Ingraham
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rob Consoli
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Wilson
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laura Stechmesser
Board Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Judy Keappler (2021–2025) — Board Member
- Former: Paul Barber (2021–2024) — Board Member
- Former: J. Thomas Mullis (2023–2024) — Partnership Director
- Former: Alf Rhea (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Dustin Britt (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: John Purcell (2020) — Chairman
- Former: Tim Bennett (2020) — Managing Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $163K, to Larry Bolden (Founder). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Wellspring Group
How much does The Wellspring Group give each year?
The Wellspring Group gave $125K across 3 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. In 2025 it gave $110K across 3 grants.
What is The Wellspring Group's typical grant size?
The Wellspring Group's median grant in 2026 was $50,000, and its average grant was $41,667, across 3 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990.
Where does The Wellspring Group give grants?
The Wellspring Group gives mostly in Georgia: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does The Wellspring Group give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Wellspring Group's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (3 of 3) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Wellspring Group?
The Wellspring Group reported $408K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.4M.
What is The Wellspring Group?
The Wellspring Group is a public charity focused on religion, based in Spring, TX. It holds $408K in total assets as of 2026.
What is The Wellspring Group's EIN?
The Wellspring Group's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-0245876. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS January 20, 2026)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 17, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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