BECOME A MONTHLY SUPPORTER
The international Bible teaching ministry is dependent on donations in order to operate. We especially rely upon those who donate on a regular basis. You can make a difference! If you believe in this ministry and would like to become a monthly supporter, please click on the link above, which will send us an email. Indicate how much support you're able to provide: For example, $25, $50, $75, $100, $200, etc. Once we establish contact, you will be asked to provide the relevant financial information. (For US residents, a tax receipt will be sent monthly.) Another way you can help is to find other potential monthly supporters: ask around, talk to your friends. 2009 was not as strong a year as 2008 (surprise!) -- about $10,000 down for the year. We are hoping to find more supporters in 2010.
THIRD WORLD TRAVEL FUND
Total need: $35,000
Received in 2010: $9745.04
In 2010 I will make teaching visits to 20-30 cities around the globe, the majority outside the US. Other teachers are also sent to areas of special need. Funding is needed to cover airfare and fees for visits in the developing world, and usually also for meals and accommodation, when not provided by the local church. IBTM is a tax-exempt entity with 501(c)(3) status. All contributions made to IBTM are tax-deductible.
GENERAL MINISTRY SUPPORT
Total need: $50,000
Received in 2010: $28,825
General support donations help to compensate IBTM's international teachers for research, developing new materials, and speaking in the developing world. Part of this category also assists with urgent medical needs. This is also the category to contribute to if you are not sure, or do not have a strong opinion, about how your donation should be spent. Your gift will be applied where needed. IBTM is a tax-exempt entity with 501(c)(3) status. All contributions made to IBTM are tax-deductible.
WEBSITE SUPPORT
Total need: $10,000
Received in 2010: $3050
Are you getting a lot out of the website? New material is added daily. In addition, new functionality is added regularly. This costs the ministry, yet most derive the benefit without contributing anything to the cause. Paying our part-time web manager is another area to which you may donate. Please contribute, as we cannot continue to offer all the material for free without underwriting. Thanks! IBTM is a tax-exempt entity with 501(c)(3) status. All contributions made to IBTM are tax-deductible.
THIRD WORLD BOOK FUND
Total need: $8500 (estimate)
Received in 2010: $4250.00
In the majority of developing nations around the world, monthly salaries are in the range of $30-$300. Books, which typically cost $10 or more, are an exorbitant expense for persons living in such economic situations. Helping Christians and churches through biblical education can make a tremendous difference in building faith and expanding the horizons of readers. The Third World Book Fund is not only for books, but also for audio messages, distributed not only to individuals, but also to church libraries. IBTM is a tax-exempt entity with 501(c)(3) status. All contributions made to IBTM are tax-deductible. It is always a pleasure to give away teaching materials to persons visiting the US. I present boxes of books on faith that a donor will rise to meet the occasion.
PAY BY CHECK
You can also make a donation by check. Checks should be made out to "A.I.M." or "IBTM" and sent to:
IBTM
2256 Rushmore Dr
Marietta GA 30062
If you are outside the United States and would like to send an international wire, please send an email for wiring instructions and bank account information. Click on "contact" on the homepage to request the necessary info. Thank you.
PAST DONATIONS:
2009: AIM: $23,678; Third World Travel: $37,745; North River Church of Christ: $24,000; General: $56,513; Third World Books: $7,090; Website: $10,576; total = $135,612.
2008: AIM: $33,482; Third World Travel: $34,142; North River Church of Christ: $24,000; General: $35,808; Third World Books: $9,872; Website: $13,524; total = $126,828.
2007: AIM: $38,560; Third World Travel: $19,650; General: $36,033; Third World Books: $12,860; Third World Medical: $13,800; total = $120,903.
2006: AIM: $33,895; Third World Travel: $23,652; General: $27,830; Third World Books: $10,769; total = $96,146. 2005: AIM: $20,295; Third World Travel: $16,630; General: $11,374; Third World Books: $2800; total = $51,099.
Notes:
- These funds pay for teachers in AIM, scholarships, teachers traveling to the Third World, and more.
- Though included in the totals, AIM donations are listed only for reference, as AIM is a separate entity to IBTM.
- Any donations from North River are included in other categories,
- As the ministry is expanding each year, financial requirements are also increasing.