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EIN 26-3016971

The Front Porch Ministries

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
37
City
Ellsworth
State
Michigan
Year formed
2008
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
X20: Christian
Description
The Front Porch Ministries operates as a 'pay as you can' restaurant, nourishing the community and all visitors with kindness and home-cooked meals. This non-profit eatery serves breakfast and lunch five days a week on a suggested donation basis, ensuring everyone receives dignity and respect regardless of their ability to pay. The organization fills social voids by providing a welcoming gathering place, incorporating donations from local farmers, and hosting events for local organizations. Additionally, the ministry fosters community engagement through its prayer post and lending library.
Total revenues
$301,565
2023
Total expenses
$301,338
2023
Total assets
$359,737
2023
Num. employees
37
2023

Program areas at The Front Porch Ministries

Provide a facility within the community where people can gather for food, drink, and fellowship.

Who funds The Front Porch Ministries

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Edward T and Ellen K Dryer CharitableGeneral$1,000

Personnel at The Front Porch Ministries

NameTitleCompensation
Jim HeneveldPresident$0
Joyce ChellisVice President$0
Ashley PotterTreasurer$0
Betsy RandallPresident$0
Don TaylorPast Treasurer$0
...and 15 more key personnel

Financials for The Front Porch Ministries

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$47,993
Program services$253,408
Investment income and dividends$164
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$301,565

Form 990s for The Front Porch Ministries

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-05-13990View PDF
2022-122023-05-20990View PDF
2021-122022-05-09990View PDF
2020-122021-06-22990View PDF
2019-122021-08-24990View PDF
...and 11 more Form 990s

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Data update history
August 12, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
August 4, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
September 25, 2023
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $1,000 from Edward T and Ellen K Dryer Charitable
August 9, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
August 7, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2020
Nonprofit Types
Civic / social organizationsCharities
Issues
Religion
Characteristics
ReligiousChristianFundraising eventsCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
PO Box 37
Ellsworth, MI 49729
County
Antrim County, MI
Website URL
frontporchministries.org/ 
Phone
(231) 588-2000
IRS details
EIN
26-3016971
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2008
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
X20: Christian
NAICS code, primary
813410: Civic and Social Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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