Summary
World Wide Pictures ("WWP") is the motion picture ministry of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA). WWP was a separate legal entity; however, effective June 30, 2005, the affiliated ministry of World Wide Pictures, Inc. was merged with Billy Graham Evangelistic Assocation. The assests and liabilities were transferred at their carrying value as of June 30, 2005. WWP fulfills the same purposes and is controlled by BGEA. WWP produces films at the specific request of BGEA. This organization is a nonprofit. Contributions to it are fully deductible to the extent allowed by law. It is a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).
Contact Information: [ Back to top ]
| Mailing Address: | PO Box 668129 1 Billy Graham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28201
Charlotte, NC
28266-8129 |
| Website: | www.wwp.org |
| Phone: | (704) 401-2266 |
| Email: | You need to enable javascript to see the email |
Organization Details [ Back to top ]
EIN: 951905883
| CEO/President: |
Mr. Franklin Graham |
Tax Deductible: |
Yes |
| Chairman: |
Mr. Clifford B. Barrows |
Fiscal Year End: |
December 31 |
| Board Size: |
11 |
Financial info from: |
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| Founder: |
Dr. Billy Graham |
Member of ECFA: |
Yes |
| Year Founded: |
1952 |
Member of ECFA since: |
1982 |
World Wide Pictures ("WWP") is the motion picture ministry of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA).
WWP was a separate legal entity; however, effective June 30, 2005, the affiliated ministry of World Wide Pictures, Inc. was merged with Billy Graham Evangelistic Assocation. The assests and liabilities were transferred at their carrying value as of June 30, 2005. WWP fulfills the same purposes and is controlled by BGEA. WWP produces films at the specific request of BGEA.
This organization is a nonprofit. Contributions to it are fully deductible to the extent allowed by law. It is a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA).
World Wide Pictures uses the following to express its mission:
The purpose of World Wide Pictures is to support the ministry and calling of Billy Graham to take the message of Christ to all we can by producing and distributing high-quality audio-visual evangelistic presentations.
Program Accomplishments [ Back to top ]
WWP's accomplishments:
Billy Graham films have been shown all over the world including television, theaters, churches, and homes. Over two million decisions for Christ have been recorded so far (2003).
Statement of Faith [ Back to top ]
World Wide Pictures uses the following to express its statement of faith:
the Bible to be the infallible Word of God, that it is His holy and inspired Word, and that it is of supreme and final authority,
in one God, eternally existing in three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
Jesus Christ was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary. He led a sinless life, took on Himself all our sins, died and rose again, and is seated at the right hand of the Father as our mediator and advocate,
that all men everywhere are lost and face the judgment of God, and need to come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through His shed blood on the cross,
that Christ rose from the dead and is coming soon,
in holy Christian living, and that we must have concern for the hurts and social needs of our fellowmen,
we must dedicate ourselves anew to the service of our Lord and to His authority over our lives,
in using every modern means of communication available to us to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the world.
Nearly 50 years ago, God gave Billy Graham a vision for a ministry through the movies. World Wide Pictures began with the goal of capturing the hearts people for Christ.
The best writers, actors, directors and producers have given so much to make our movies exciting and wonderful. This is why a small, dedicated group of Christians in Minneapolis can produce top-quality evangelistic films. Imagine. A high-quality film with standards and values that put Christ first.
World Wide Pictures has made over 125 films through the years. Many of you have watched our films in your churches. Some of you may have seen us in the theater with Cry From The Mountain, The Hiding Place or Joni. Lord willing, you may be seeing some new, exciting stuff on the big screen and broadcast television in the very near future.
Contact WWP at the following numbers:
Home videos/DVDs - 1-800-501-4557
Public/church showings - 1-800-733-4997 or 1-800-788-7520
Bookstores/TV Stations - 1-800-788-0442
Research Analysis
Transparency Grade [ Back to top ]
| Transparency Grade of : B |
| Criteria category | Grade | Other Comments |
| Timeliness: | 70 | 11/16/2011 9:25:53 AM: Organization made financial information available greater than 7 ½ months. |
| Financial Information: | 100 | |
| Foundational Clarity: | 100 | 11/16/2011 9:25:40 AM: Descriptive information was abundant and thorough. |
| Level of Cooperation: | | |
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