International Christian Concern Inc.

International Christian Concern Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, often abbreviated as ICC, with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 52-1942990. Founded in 1995 by Steve Snyder, the organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and functions as an ecumenical, non-governmental, non-partisan Christian human rights organization.

Mission and Activities

ICC's mission is to alleviate the suffering of persecuted Christians worldwide and support the growth of the church in challenging regions. The organization achieves this through three primary avenues: assistance, by providing aid to those in need; advocacy, by influencing religious freedom policies; and awareness, by raising global attention about religious persecution.

ICC works to connect the persecuted church with the global Christian community, focusing particularly on supporting the estimated 200 million Christians who face persecution for their faith. The organization has been instrumental in highlighting cases of Christian persecution in various countries, including China, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Algeria, Mexico, Pakistan, Egypt, and India.

Leadership and History

After its founding, Steve Snyder was succeeded by Jeff King as President of ICC in 2002. King brought extensive experience from his 11 years with Campus Crusade for Christ. Under his leadership, ICC has continued to expand its reach and impact.

Publications

ICC publishes a free monthly magazine titled Persecution, available to subscribers. Additionally, the organization disseminates news and videos related to religious persecution through its publications.

Relationships and Comparisons

ICC is often compared to other organizations focused on similar issues, such as Christian Solidarity International and Open Doors, both of which are dedicated to supporting persecuted Christians globally.

Financial Overview

As reported in 2018, ICC had a revenue of $2,298,138, reflecting its operational capacity and resource allocation towards its mission[5].