Nonprofit · EIN 39-6075329
ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC
Tax-exempt · MADISON, WI 53703
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | 990 | $238,406 | $237,796 | $610 | $257,020 | $6,982 | $250,038 |
| September 30, 2024 | 990 | $171,220 | $231,392 | -$60,172 | $240,597 | $2,317 | $238,280 |
| September 30, 2023 | 990 | $245,689 | $202,323 | $43,366 | $308,317 | $4,894 | $303,423 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $198,051
- Program service revenue
- $29,190
- Investment income
- $2,091
- Net gain from sales of assets
- -$3
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $9,074
- Other revenue
- $9,074
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $44,140
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $102,785
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $110,186
- Professional fundraising fees
- $3,860
- Accounting fees
- $13,035
- Travel
- $5,604
- Depreciation
- $682
- Program services (functional)
- $203,556
- Management and general (functional)
- $23,457
- Fundraising (functional)
- $10,783
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $240,597
- Total assets, end of year
- $257,020
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $6,982
- Net assets, end of year
- $250,038
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $682
- Publicly traded securities
- $179,465
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $220,182
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $29,856
- Gross receipts
- $582,618
- Employees
- 2
- Volunteers
- 200
- Year formed
- 1962
- State of legal domicile
- WI
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffrey Quinto | Executive Dir. Officer | 40 | $79,124 | $12,738 |
| David Myhre | Secretary Officer | 17 | $11,898 | $0 |
| Mary Brennan | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jacqui Shanda | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Alice Mowbray | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dr Ken Manning | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Pat Barry | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Angela Himegarner | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Pastor David Wrightsman | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lorna Elizabethe Crawford | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dr Jeff Keeling | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2024: 9 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffrey Quinto | Executive Dir. Officer | 40 | $75,170 | $12,683 |
| David Myhre | Secretary Officer | 17 | $11,532 | $0 |
| Mary Brennan | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jacqui Shanda | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Alice Mowbray | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dr Ken Manning | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Pat Barry | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Angela Himegarner | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Pastor David Wrightsman | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffrey Quinto | Executive Dir. Officer | 40 | $74,860 | $12,092 |
| David Myhre | Secretary Officer | 12 | $9,879 | $0 |
| Mary Brennan | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jacqui Shanda | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Alice Mowbray | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mary Ann Richardon | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ruth Hanson | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Pat Barry | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Rev Scott Burkley | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Cindy Marzofka | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 312 WISCONSIN AVE, MADISON, WI 53703-2108
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- JEFFREY QUINTO
- Signed the 990
- MARY BRENNAN, Chairman
- Phone
- (608) 579-5700
- Website
- www.bethelbibleseries.org
- Return prepared by
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Mission
LEAD MEMBERS IN ALL CHRISTIAN DENOMINATIONS INTO A DISCIPLINED STUDY OF THE SCRIPTURES. THE BETHEL BIBLE SERIES LESSON MATERIALS ARE THE TOOL USED TO PROVIDE AN ENCOUNTER WITH THE CHRIST OF THE SCRIPTURES. SPIRITUAL LIFE IS ENHANCED, LIVES ARE CHANGED, AND THE PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEE THE BLESSINGS THEY HAVE RECEIVED IN ORDER TO BE A BLESSING IN THE WORLD TODAY.
Program accomplishments
- ACEF has one primary program: the Bethel Bible Series. The Bethel Bible Series is a Bible study and teacher-training program designed to help church members gain a deeper understanding of the biblical message and encounter the Living Christ through disciplined study of Scripture.ACEF has one primary program: the Bethel Bible Series. The Bethel Bible Series is a Bible study and teacher-training program designed to help church members gain a deeper understanding of the biblical message and encounter the Living Christ through disciplined study of Scripture. Since its founding, the Bethel Bible Series has been used by nearly 7,000 churches in the United States, crossing denominational lines and serving 47 Christian denominations. Congregations in every state have participated, and the total number of people reached through the program is estimated to be more than two million. ACEF conducts training seminars that teach both the biblical content and the administration of the Bethel Bible Series. On July 9-17, 2025, ACEF conducted its annual teacher training seminar by Zoom, with 58 pastors and church leaders participating from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Australia, Canada, and the United States. On September 3-6, 2025, ACEF conducted an introduction to the Bethel Bible Series at P.E.F.A Church in Marsabit, Kenya, attended by more than 200 pastors and church leaders. ACEF also completed a one-year church renewal project in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, on September 25, 2025. The project included 78 participants from 24 churches representing 13 denominations, who completed weekly Bethel Bible Series Old Testament and New Testament training. In April 2026, ACEF taught the Bethel Bible Series in Indonesia through three two-day introductory seminars in Semarang, Medan, and Nias Island. Approximately 240 pastors and church leaders participated, and their training continues through weekly Zoom sessions. In June 2026, ACEF celebrated the 65th anniversary of the Bethel Bible Series by producing two videos highlighting the history, reach, and continuing impact of the program and giving thanks for all that God has done through this ministry since its founding.Expenses $203,556 · grants $40,740 · revenue $29,190
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in September, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | September 30, 2026 | February 16, 2027 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | September 30, 2025 | February 17, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | September 30, 2024 | February 18, 2025 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 39-6075329
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1962
- Accounting year ends
- September
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $257,020
- Income (IRS master file)
- $582,618
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | September 2025 | $238,406 | $237,796 | $257,020 | XML |
| 990 | September 2024 | $171,220 | $231,392 | $240,597 | XML |
| 990 | September 2023 | $245,689 | $202,323 | $308,317 | XML |
| 990 | September 2022 | $150,009 | $174,729 | $269,218 | IRS |
| 990 | September 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 39-6075329).
Questions about ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC
- What is the EIN of ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC is 39-6075329.
- Is ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1962.
- Are donations to ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending September 30, 2026) is due February 16, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended September 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 names JEFFREY QUINTO.
- Who are the officers and directors of ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 lists 11 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $79,124 (Jeffrey Quinto, Executive Dir.).
- How much revenue does ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $238,406, expenses of $237,796 and total assets of $257,020 at year end.
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