International Christian Response USA

Overview

International Christian Response USA is a nonprofit organization registered under the Employer Identification Number (EIN) 26-1591373. It is designated as a 501(c)(3) organization, meaning donations to the organization are tax-deductible.

Mission and Vision

The mission of International Christian Response USA is to mobilize spiritual and material support to encourage persecuted Christians to persevere and proclaim the Gospel. The organization's vision is to facilitate greater unity within the global church by serving as a faithful channel of prayer, support, and encouragement.

Core Values

1. Dependent on God’s Word for direction
2. Reliant on the Holy Spirit through prayer
3. Edifying & unifying the church
4. Prioritizing support in areas of Christian persecution
5. Cultivating trustworthy indigenous church partners
6. Maintaining strong financial accountability & transparency

How It Serves

Support

International Christian Response USA supports persecuted Christians by meeting their urgent spiritual and physical needs. This includes helping them through difficult circumstances and providing resources to continue spreading their faith.

Equip

The organization partners with the local church to find and support indigenous leaders who are making disciples and building up the body of Christ. They equip these leaders with the necessary tools for ministry.

Advance

ICR supports kingdom advancement efforts through initiatives focused on evangelism, discipleship, and church planting.

History

International Christian Response USA was founded in 2008 as part of the broader International Christian Response, which was established in 1969 by Richard and Sabina Wurmbrand following their experiences with persecution in communist Romania. The Wurmbrands aimed to raise awareness about the persecution of Christians worldwide.

Financials

The majority of the organization's revenue comes from contributions. In recent years, the organization has seen significant growth in contributions, with $8,862,514 in contributions for the most recent reporting period. Expenses are primarily focused on supporting persecuted Christians and local church initiatives, with a small portion dedicated to executive compensation and other salaries. The organization emphasizes financial accountability and transparency in its operations.

Impact

International Christian Response USA has established a broad network of trustworthy churches and ministry partners in more than 50 countries. It continues to play a vital role in supporting persecuted Christians globally.