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Focus on the Family
Also Known As: FOTF
8605 Explorer Dr Colorado Springs, CO 80920

GENERAL INFORMATION

Who We Are

Focus on the Family is a nondenominational religious organization whose primary objective is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ by helping to preserve traditional values and the institution of the family.

• This organization is a 501(c)(3) Public Charity .
• This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990 or 990-EZ.
• Financial information in this report is derived from the organization's September 30, 2008 Form 990.
• Additional narrative information in this report was last supplied by the organization on February 26, 2009.
• It makes its audited financial statements available to the public upon request.
• Contributions are deductible, as provided by law.

How to Help

This organization is seeking funds from contributions. These funds will be used for unrestricted operating expenses and special projects.

Location(s) Served

• National
• International: Associate offices in 16 countries.

NTEE Code

• X20—Christian
• X80—Religious Media, Communications Organizations
• X05—Research Institutes and/or Public Policy Analysis

Chief Executive

Mr. James Daly

Chief Executive Profile

Mr. Daly is president of Focus on the Family. Mr. Daly joined our staff in 1989, accepting the position of Assistant to the President in the ministry's Public Affair's division. Following the formation of our International department in 1992, Daly was appointed as the international field director for Asia, Africa and Australia. In 2004, Daly was appointed CEO and in Feb 2005 to the role of President and CEO.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

MISSION AND PROGRAMS

Mission

Focus on the Family''s mission is to cooperate with the Holy Spirit in disseminating the Gospel of Jesus Christ to as many people as possible, and, specifically, to accomplish that objective by helping to preserve traditional values and the institution of the family.

Programs

Focus on the Family's primary operating programs (as seen in the current federal form 990) are: Broadcasts, Resources, Publications, Correspondence, Public Policy Awareness, Internet, Events, and Other Ministries (such as Physicians Resource Counsel, Focus on the Family Institute, International Outreach, Crisis Pregnancy Centers, Heritage Builders, Ethnic Ministries, and Focus over Fifty).

Additional Comments from the Organization

Please go to: http://www.family.org/welcome/aboutfof/A0028626.cfm to download copies of Focus on the Family's federal forms 990 and annual reports to learn more about Focus on the Family's programs, activities, and financial information.

GOALS AND RESULTS

Accomplishments for Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2006

1. During fiscal year ended September 30, 2006, Focus on the Family impacted an estimated 220 million people daily in 156 countries. Radio and television broadcasts were a primary vehicle for this outreach.
2. Focus on the Family distributes monthly and bi-monthly around 14 magazines and newsletters related to various interests and age groups. For example, "Family News from Dr. James Dobson" that reaches as many as 1.2 million U.S. homes and 90,000 Canadian homes.
3. For many years, Focus on the Family (FOF) has played an important role in educating the Christian community on public policy and legislative matters that are critical in the battle to preserve the Judeo-Christian foundation that is vital to building strong families and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In year ended 2006, we created a positive impact on the definition of marriage(only between one man and woman), the sanctity of human life in all its forms, and the need to deal with Judicial Tyranny, also, Citizen Magazine which circulates to approximately 55,000 households.

Objectives for Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2006

1. In the next few years, our goal is to reach 400 million people in 170 countries through radio; produce and distribute resources in 36 languages and 81 countries; conduct 196 "impact projects" (such as abstinence training) in 75 countries and have associate offices in 35 nations. Eventually, our goal is to see at least 50 pro-family, national organizations established around the globe.
2. Our My Family outreach has two primary objectives. First, to deliver practical parenting advice and encouragement to five million young families. Second, to draw (over the next five years) 250,000 of those families into direct relationship with Focus so we can provide ongoing support and vital help in time of need.
3. We will continue in our public policy efforts in the battle to preserve traditional values, protect marriage and the family, preserve the sanctity of human life, and guard religious freedom.

Self Assessment

Please go to: http://www.family.org/welcome/aboutfof/A0028626.cfm to download copies of Focus on the Family's federal forms 990 and annual reports to learn more about Focus on the Family's programs, activities, and financial information.

FINANCIAL DATA

Revenues and Expenses: Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2008

Balance Sheet: Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2008

Note: The balance sheet gives a snapshot of the financial health of an organization at a particular point in time. An organization's total assets should generally exceed its total liabilities, or it cannot long survive, but the types of assets and liabilities also must be considered. For instance, an organization's current assets (cash, receivables, securities, etc.) should be sufficient to cover its current liabilities (payables, deferred revenue, current year loan and note payments). Otherwise, the organization may face solvency problems. On the other hand, an organization whose cash and equivalents greatly exceed its current liabilities might not be putting its money to best use.

Financial Comments from the Organization

Please go to: http://www.family.org/welcome/aboutfof/A0028626.cfm to download copies of Focus on the Family's federal forms 990 and annual reports to learn more about Focus on the Family's programs, activities, and financial information.

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