2026-04-16T12:21:02-05:00 2025-12-31 204193611 Batts Morrison Wales & Lee PA 801 North Orange Avenue Suite 800 Orlando FL 32801 990 2025-01-01 141888977 unfoldingWord UNFO 4079003005 13485 Veterans Way Suite 460 Orlando FL 32827 David Reeves President & CEO 4079003005 2026-04-02 1 Adrian S Vasquez CPA P02461624 4077706000 2026-04-02 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z David Reeves 13485 Veterans Way Suite 460 Orlando FL 32827 9823862 0 X www.unfoldingword.org X 2003 MT The Organization exists to see the Church in every People Group and the Bible in Every Language. 7 6 25 12 0 0 10641532 9771384 0 0 6860 38473 14652 14005 10663044 9823862 2048 0 0 0 2626719 2392048 0 0 925740 7189864 7371532 9818631 9763580 844413 60282 3524553 3428808 1240004 1083977 2284549 2344831 X The Organization exists to see the Church in every People Group and the Bible in Every Language. The Organization catalyzes and equips church networks so that they are empowered and successful in reaching the least reached. 0 0 4097657 Whole Bible Whole Nation (WBWN): The Whole Bible for the Whole Nation (WBWN) portfolio is designed to equip and empower church networks to reach underrepresented people groups by expanding ministry efforts, training leaders, and facilitating Bible translation. Its primary focus is on building capacity, enabling churches to continue planting new congregations and developing maturity through the translation of scripture. Supporting holistic development, the WBWN strategy addresses various needs and promotes ownership and sustainability. It aims to reduce reliance on external support by providing stewardship training and encouraging long-term planning. One of the Organization's objectives for this portfolio is to demonstrate that Church-Centric Bible Translation (CCBT) is an effective strategy across the world's major regions. There are seven active WBWN programs: Sudan, Islands-Asia, Southeast Asia, Benin, Chad, Iran, and Colombia. In 2025, the Whole Bible for Whole Nation (WBWN) portfolio advanced a scalable, church-led model for Scripture engagement and translation. WBWN phases were formally defined and used to evaluate progress across seven active programs, including a new one this year. A key achievement was the completion and presentation of the Sudan case study at the Bible Translation conference, demonstrating the effectiveness of integrating theological formation into the Bible translation process in the context of an unreached people group. The Organization expanded its global partnerships with new field partners in Myanmar, the Islands-Asia, and Colombia. The Organization increased its reach by engaging in 52 additional languages, bringing the total to 405. Of these, 183 were All-Access-Goals languages for which no current Bible is available. The Organization engaged 44 additional Unreached People Groups (UPGs), totaling 203, and expanded into 19 new countries, bringing its overall reach to 50.Scripture access outputs also increased, with 10 additional Open Bible Story (OBS) sets completed, bringing the total to 193. These activities strengthened local church capacity and expanded access to Scripture and discipleship resources in underserved language communities worldwide. 2155995 Strategic Language Resources: The Strategic Language Resources (SLR) portfolio aims to address the resource gaps and challenges that impede Bible translation, particularly in unreached communities. It provides open-licensed and accessible resources and tools to empower local church networks to lead translation efforts. This approach ensures sustainable access to Scripture in the languages that resonate most with these communities. The portfolio focuses on several key needs, including equipping church networks with resources to reach unreached people groups and translate the Bible into their heart languages. It also aims to enhance accessibility by providing unrestricted access to Bible translation sources and training materials in languages the global church understands. Additionally, it seeks to overcome barriers, such as reliance on all-rights-reserved English resources.In 2025, the Organization continued to expand and strengthen its Strategic Language Resources to support church-led Bible engagement and translation worldwide. The Organization completed English Book Package entries covering 21,102 verses, representing 67% of Scripture, and finalized 30 additional Book Packages, bringing the total to 318. The Organization also added one new Strategic Language to the Book Package process, bringing the total to 16.The Organization completed the First Principles of Bible Translation video series and presented it at the Eurasia Distribution and Media Consultation (EMDC), equipping church and ministry leaders with foundational translation concepts.In 2025, the Organization developed and tested a new training suite, Foundations of Bible Translation (Foundations BT), designed specifically for oral-preference and first-time translation teams. This suite includes six instructional videos, a simplified Bible translation framework, and AI-powered access to unfoldingWord's core translation guides. Foundations BT introduces a clear, visual, and community-based process built around three core principles: Understand, Translate, and Check, with practical guiding questions that help teams apply these principles in their own cultural and ministry contexts. The Organization successfully tested this approach in 17 countries, demonstrating its effectiveness in equipping local churches to engage Scripture translation in sustainable and accessible ways. 786305 Technology: The Tools and Technology portfolio addresses the critical shortage of accessible, self-service Bible translation tools for church networks in under-resourced and restricted-access areas. It also highlights the need for global software developers to engage in this ministry. Current translation tools often require advanced technological infrastructure, formal training, and external oversight, creating barriers for many language communities that desire Scripture in their heart language. Key issues being addressed include the spiritual needs of people without access to a complete Bible, technological obstacles, and the fact that existing Bible translation tools typically require internet access, consultants, and complex software. These requirements make them inaccessible to churches in remote areas. Additionally, the initiative seeks to address the persecution and security risks faced by churches in restricted-access regions by providing decentralized, offline-capable solutions that allow them to continue translation efforts safely. Another important focus is meeting the needs of oral cultures and low literacy communities, particularly for unreached people who rely on oral learning. This portfolio initiative aims to provide open-licensed, mobile-friendly, and offline translation tools, equipping churches to lead their own translation efforts without depending on external experts.In 2025, the Organization hosted the Open Components Ecosystem (OCE) Hackathon, engaging over 50 participants from 10 organizations. This collaborative event generated 11 innovative projects that advanced Bible translation technology and methodology. The Organization's global community continues to grow, with 2,702 translators actively using unfoldingWord tools worldwide.This year, the Organization launched a new tool, BT Servant, a multilingual, AI-powered assistant designed specifically for Church-Based Bible translation teams. Built on unfoldingWord's curated Biblical resources and training, BT Servant delivers trustworthy insights in multiple languages via accessible platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram, even in low-connectivity regions. BT Servant was piloted in Kenya and Indonesia, receiving highly positive user feedback and demonstrating its potential to revolutionize translation support globally. 388167 Catalyzation: The Catalyzation Portfolio serves a vital purpose by equipping church leaders and translation practitioners with Church-Centric Bible Translation methodologies. This initiative provides a global platform for sharing best practices, addressing challenges, and developing innovative solutions. It aims to strengthen collaborative partnerships and networks among churches, translation organizations, and funding bodies while informing and inviting churches and organizations to engage in projects and collaborations. By tackling these gaps, the project will accelerate the availability of Scripture in new languages, promote sustainable translation movements, and ensure that churches remain at the forefront of Bible translation efforts. In 2025, the Organization hosted its fourth annual Global CCBT Forum in Kenya, hosting 85 participants from 30 organizations who spoke 30 different mother tongues. This attendance reflects a 40% increase over 2024, highlighting growing interest and collaboration within the global church translation movement.Since 2017, the Organization has delivered 20,160 training hours across 215 events, equipping church leaders and translation teams worldwide with essential skills and resources.A major milestone in scholarship and resource accessibility is the forthcoming release of the Greek New Testament (GNT), a world-class, openly licensed edition developed by expert textual critics at The Center for New Testament Textual Studies at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, with support from Biblica and illumiNations. This high-quality, open-access resource will serve the global church and Bible translation efforts for generations to come, removing longstanding barriers and enabling unrestricted use. 388167 7428124 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 22 0 1 25 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 X 7 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 AK CA CO CT DC FL GA HI MA ME MI MN MS NC ND NH NJ NM NV NY OH PA RI SC TN UT VA WI WV X X James Ungaro 4079003005 13485 Veterans Way Suite 460 Orlando FL 32827 Aaron Erickson Treasurer & Director 0.80 X X 0 0 0 Al Anderstrom Secretary 0.80 X X 0 0 0 David Reeves President & CEO 40.00 X X 141700 0 54350 Max Anders Vice Chairman 0.80 X X 0 0 0 Michael Vos Chairman 0.80 X X 0 0 0 Joel Hunter Director 0.80 X 0 0 0 Damian Gerke Director (began 08/2025) 0.80 X 0 0 0 James Ungaro CFO 40.00 X 135000 0 4050 Christopher Klapp Research & Development 40.00 X 140347 0 0 Eric Steggerda Field Networks (end 12/2025) 40.00 X 134010 0 3780 Jesse Griffin COO 40.00 X 132200 0 4065 Timothy Jore Innovation & Strategy 40.00 X 149989 0 4599 Perry Oakes Content 40.00 X 110150 0 2945 943396 0 73789 7 0 1 0 Far East Broadcasting PO Box 1 La Mirada CA 90637 Translation Work 1305250 Bridge Connectivity Solutions Amberhai Village Sector 19 Dwarka IN Translation Work 1285208 Greater Reach Inc 27068 La Paz Rd Suite 726 Aliso Viejo CA 92656 Translation Work 696568 Stitching 222 Ministry Bordes 5 1315 TN Almere NL Translation Work 492468 Zenithtek 28 Whitefoot Crescent Ajax Toronto CA Translation Work 354175 9 9771384 472251 9771384 38473 38473 Other income 900099 14005 14005 14005 9823862 14005 0 38473 X 335100 335100 55000 38056 8690 8254 1942769 1326075 330548 286146 59179 26081 27020 6078 5229 950 4279 82103 82103 5444581 4911706 42419 490456 40328 40328 379836 310497 42514 26825 40408 23447 9516 7445 244263 2412 240077 1774 484440 366456 71247 46737 472751 422444 38619 11688 155895 155895 21698 21689 9 9763580 7428124 1409716 925740 105173 296444 2334266 2257579 34514 23596 45029 54434 833990 583703 406182 250287 110952 168061 488437 378407 3524553 3428808 300849 272806 939155 811171 1240004 1083977 X -348371 189188 2632920 2155643 2284549 2344831 3524553 3428808 60282 0 X X 0 1 X 1 0 X 5920122 9844959 10963004 10641532 9771384 47141001 5920122 9844959 10963004 10641532 9771384 47141001 446504 46694497 79 749 387 410 31599 33224 8654 8463 13036 14652 14005 58810 47233035 0.98860 0.97320 X Part II, Section B, Line 10: Other income includes miscellaneous income. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 827571 577284 250287 6419 6419 0 250287 Right of Use Asset 378407 378407 Deferred Compensation Accrual 168061 Right of Use Liability 643110 811171 9823862 0 9823862 0 9823862 9763580 0 9763580 0 9763580 South Asia - Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, 0 1 Program services Translation of content, tools, and training for CCBT strategy 1285208 Sub-Saharan Africa - Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, 0 2 Program services Translation of content, tools, and training for CCBT strategy 433835 Europe (Including Iceland & Greenland) - Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium 0 1 Program services Translation of content, tools, and training for CCBT strategy 492468 Russia and Neighboring States - Armenia, Azerbijan, Belarus, 0 1 Program services Translation of content, tools, and training for CCBT strategy 33070 Middle East and North Africa - Algeria, Bahrain, Djibouti, Egypt, 0 1 Program services Translation of content, tools, and training for CCBT strategy 139000 North America - Canada and Mexico, but not the United States 0 1 Program services Translation of content, tools, and training for CCBT strategy 354175 East Asia and the Pacific - Australia, Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, 0 1 Program services Translation of content, tools, and training for CCBT strategy 22267 Europe (Including Iceland & Greenland) - Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium 0 2 Program services Software development 283070 0 10 0 0 0 10 3043093 0 3043093 0 0 0 0 0 0 Part I, line 3: The Organization accounts for expenditures on an accrual basis. X X 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 David Reeves President & CEO 141700 0 0 0 0 0 54350 0 0 0 196050 0 0 0 Timothy Jore Innovation & Strategy 149989 0 0 0 0 0 4599 0 0 0 154588 0 0 0 Part I, Line 4b The Organization participated in a nonqualified deferred compensation agreement with its CEO. The Organization's board approved the deferred compensation arrangement and considered the arrangement in the overall determination of the reasonableness of the CEO's compensation. The Organization made a contribution of $50,000 on behalf of its CEO during the 2025 calendar year. Jane Anne Reeves Spouse of CEO 55000 Compensation 0 X 1 472251 1 0 1 1 Part I, Column (b): The Organization is reporting at Part I, Column (b) the number of contributions. Part I, Line 32b: An undivided 15% interest in Lots #1-#1016 of the "Dean Oakes Collection", a collection of numismatic paper currency notes, was sold by Lyn Knight Currency Auctions on or about October 28-29, 2025. The property was sold at auction on 10/29/25 after the Organization's receipt of the property on 10/22/25. Collectible Properties, Inc. works with the auction house to collect and disburse funds. After the auction, the Organization received funds from Collectible Properties, Inc. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 8b The Organization has no committees with authority to act on behalf of the governing body. Therefore, this line was answered "No" in accordance with the instructions. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The Organization's top management official and top financial official each review the Form 990 prior to its filing with the IRS. A copy of the final Form 990 is also provided to the voting members of the Organization's governing body prior to its filing with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The Organization's conflict of interest policy is distributed to each member of the Organization's governing body, its officers, and its key employees on an annual basis. Each such individual provides an annual disclosure statement indicating that they have received, read, understood, and agreed to comply with the policy, certifying that: (1) they have no relationships or interests that present a conflict of interest, (2) they have one or more conflicts of interest that have been fully disclosed as required by the policy and have been properly administered in conformity with the policy, or (3) they have previously undisclosed conflicts of interest and disclosing the details of such conflicts. Any disclosure statements with previously undisclosed conflicts of interest are forwarded to appropriate Organization officials to take appropriate actions as required by the policy. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 The Board of Directors annually reviews and approves the compensation levels of the CEO. The deliberations and decisions of the Board are contemporaneously substantiated. The Board utilizes comparability data in its deliberations; updated comparability data is generally obtained every two to three years. The CEO is responsible for setting compensation for all other key executives of the Organization, using similar procedures to those described above. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The Organization provides, upon request, copies of its Articles of Incorporation, bylaws, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements. The Organization also makes its Form 990 available for public inspection on the Organization's website. Form 990, Part IX, line 11g Outside Contractors: Program service expenses 4,911,706. Management and general expenses 42,419. Fundraising expenses 490,456. Total expenses 5,444,581. Form 990, Part IX, Lines 5-10: For the period 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, the Organization employed a certified professional employer organization (CPEO) to provide services regarding the administration of payroll, benefits, and other human resource services. The amounts of compensation, benefits, and payroll taxes paid to the CPEO are included at Form 990, Part IX, Lines 5-10. These services did not involve significant managerial decision making. The total amounts of 2025 compensation for officers, directors, and highest compensated employees are shown at Form 990, Part VII, Section A, in order to comply with the Form 990 instructions. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c: The Organization's Board of Directors assumes responsibility for the oversight of the audit of its financial statements and the selection of an independent accountant. See Schedule R Part VII DE Form 990, Schedule R, Part I: The Organization is the sole member of two single-member limited liability companies ("the LLCs") established to carry out specific work in various countries in connection with the Organization's exempt activities. There has been no financial activity in either entity since their inception. Due to the sensitive nature of the possible future activities of the LLCs, public disclosure of the names of the LLCs or other identifying information about them could create a significant security risk for the LLCs, the Organization, and the people involved in the possible future activities of the LLCs. Accordingly, such information has not been disclosed on Schedule R, Part I. The applicable information will be made available to the Internal Revenue Service upon request.