Redeemer City to City

Introduction

Redeemer City to City (CTC) is a U.S.-based non-profit organization that operates globally to support church planting and leadership development. Founded in 2008, it is driven by a vision to see the Gospel of Jesus Christ transform lives and impact urban communities.

Mission and Objectives

The mission of Redeemer City to City is to equip local church planters to build and grow self-sustaining churches that live by the Gospel. This is achieved through recruiting, training, coaching, and resourcing leaders who cultivate gospel movements in global cities. The organization operates across over 75 cities worldwide, focusing on urban church planting, leadership development, and content creation.

Founding and History

Although the idea for Redeemer City to City began earlier, it was formally established in 2008 by Tim Keller, among others, following his initial involvement with church planting efforts. Keller is well-known for his role as a pastor at Redeemer Presbyterian Church. The organization has since grown to support significant church planting activities globally.

Activities and Impact

Redeemer City to City has played a crucial role in starting over 838 churches globally, with a success rate of 93% where churches become self-sustaining. This success has also catalyzed further church planting, as each new church often leads to additional church starts. The organization supports leadership development, publishing original content for gospel ministry, including books and courses available in multiple languages.

Financial Overview

As a registered 501(c)3 organization, donations to Redeemer City to City are tax-deductible. The organization derives its revenue primarily from contributions, along with smaller portions from program services and investment income. Its operations span multiple regions, contributing to its financial stability and growth.

Affiliations

Redeemer City to City is accredited by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA), ensuring high standards of financial management and integrity. The organization is also categorized under religion-related and spiritual development within the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE).