GOSPEL FAMILY MINISTRIES: Form 990, tax year 2024

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Organization
GOSPEL FAMILY MINISTRIES (EIN 46-5290949)
Tax period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31
Filed
2025-05-03
IRS object ID
202531239349300703
Schema version
2024v5.0
Source
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Every field in the e-filed return. Faint text is the IRS element name, for citing.

Return header ReturnHeader

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Return2025-05-03T08:22:58-07:00ReturnTs
Tax Period End2024-12-31TaxPeriodEndDt
Return Type990ReturnTypeCd
Tax Period Begin2024-01-01TaxPeriodBeginDt

Filer Filer

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EIN465290949EIN

Business Name BusinessName

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Business Name ControlGOSPBusinessNameControlTxt
Phone8327942227PhoneNum

US Address USAddress

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Address Line1819 Venice StAddressLine1Txt
CitySugar LandCityNm
State AbbreviationTXStateAbbreviationCd
ZIP77478ZIPCd

Business Officer BusinessOfficerGrp

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PersonJonathan SchinzlerPersonNm
Person TitleTreasurerPersonTitleTxt
Phone8327942227PhoneNum
Signature2025-04-03SignatureDt
FieldValueIRS element (for citing)
IRS Responsible Prty Info CurrYes (1)IRSResponsiblePrtyInfoCurrInd
Tax2024TaxYr
Build TS2025-03-06 01:10:19ZBuildTS

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Principal OfficerJonathan SchinzlerPrincipalOfficerNm

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Address Line1819 Venice StAddressLine1Txt
CitySugar LandCityNm
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Gross Receipts$261,147GrossReceiptsAmt
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Organization501c3Yes (X)Organization501c3Ind
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Formation2014FormationYr
Legal Domicile StateTXLegalDomicileStateCd
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DescGOSPEL FAMILY MINISTRIES: Gospel Family Ministries partners with churches to host conferences that equip families to cultivate worship and discipleship in the home. Through in-person events, digital resources, and curriculum, the ministry provides practical tools that empower parents to lead their families spiritually with confidence. The program strengthens the connection between the church and the home, encouraging sustainable, faith-centered family practices.Desc
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Schedule A IRS990ScheduleA

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Schedule B IRS990ScheduleB

Contributor Information ContributorInformationGrp

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ContributorRESTRICTEDContributorNum

Contributor Business Name ContributorBusinessName

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Business Name Line1RESTRICTEDBusinessNameLine1

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Address Line2RESTRICTEDAddressLine2
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StateRESTRICTEDState
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Total ContributionsRESTRICTEDTotalContributionsAmt

Schedule O IRS990ScheduleO

Supplemental Information Detail SupplementalInformationDetail (6 entries)

Form And Line ReferenceFormAndLineReferenceDescExplanationExplanationTxt
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 8aWhile the organization did not maintain formal meeting minutes for all board or committee meetings during the year, it did contemporaneously document all votes and approvals related to key governance decisions, including budget adoption and compensation matters. The organization is in the process of establishing regular minute-taking procedures going forward.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 8bGospel Family does not have committees acting on behalf of its board.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11bA complete copy of the Form 990 was provided to all members of the board of directors prior to its filing with the IRS. Board members were given the opportunity to review the return and ask questions. The form was reviewed for accuracy and completeness, and no material concerns were raised. This process reflects the organization's commitment to transparency and sound governance.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12cThe board member designated to oversee the organization's financial activities reviewed all transactions for potential conflicts of interest. Any transactions identified as falling under the organization's conflict of interest policy were disclosed and brought to the full board for review and approval in accordance with the policy
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15In determining compensation for the organization's officers, directors, and key employees, the board utilized the guidelines and benchmarks provided by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) as part of the process. The ECFA's compensation data was reviewed to ensure that the organization's compensation structure is aligned with industry standards and remains competitive, while also being consistent with the organization's financial position and mission. This approach helps ensure that compensation decisions are made fairly and in compliance with best practices for nonprofit governance.
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. Interested parties can contact the organization directly to obtain copies of these documents. The organization is committed to transparency and ensures that these materials are accessible to those who wish to review them.

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