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Family Life Broadcasting System
Tucson, AZ · EIN 742462675 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · myflr.org
revenue
$6.3M
expenses
$5.3M
net assets
$17.2M
employees
0
volunteers
160
program ratio
84%
mission · from form 990

Religious radio broadcasting

profile · synthesized from sources

Family Life Broadcasting System operates a network of Christian radio stations across 11 states, broadcasting Christ-centered music and biblical teaching. The organization aims to share the Gospel message and encourage listeners in their faith journey. They also support Youth Haven, a sister ministry providing Christ-centered experiences for disadvantaged children.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Family Life Radio Broadcasts
Network of Christian radio stations broadcasting Christ-centered music, encouraging conversation, and biblical teaching.
LIFE In Session
Monthly digital content featuring episodes with Christian artists, reflective blogs, and guided devotionals to encourage faith and personal growth.
On Demand Podcasts
Collection of podcasts featuring discussions on faith, parenting, and Christian living, often with guest authors.
Youth Haven
A sister ministry providing life-changing, Christ-centered experiences for disadvantaged children through free year-round programs, including a kids' website, care packs, camps, and after-school clubs.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Christian Radio and Television Broadcasting 7 activities
    • Broadcasting Christian Radio Programming
      Operates a network of 36 Christian radio signals across 11 states, reaching over 18 million listeners, broadcasting contemporary Christian music, biblical teaching, and encouraging conversations. This includes specific programs like "Intentional Living" with Dr. Randy Carlson, "Middays with CeCi," and "All Praise" with Dennis Hutchinson.
    • Broadcasting Christian Radio Programming
      Operates a network of 36 Christian radio signals across 11 states, reaching over 18 million listeners, broadcasting contemporary Christian music, biblical teaching, and encouraging conversations. This includes specific programs like "Intentional Living" with Dr. Randy Carlson, "Middays with CeCi", "All Praise" with Dennis Hutchinson, and content with host Mike Kankelfritz and Sam Kelly.
    • Broadcasting Christian Radio Programming
      Operates a network of 36 Christian radio signals across 11 states, reaching over 18 million listeners, broadcasting contemporary Christian music, biblical teaching, and encouraging conversations. This includes specific programs like "Intentional Living" with Dr. Randy Carlson, "Middays with CeCi," "All Praise" with Dennis Hutchinson, and content with host Mike Kankelfritz and Sam Kelly.
    • Christian Radio Broadcasting Network
      Operates a network of 36 Christian radio signals across 11 states, reaching over 18 million listeners, broadcasting contemporary Christian music, biblical teaching, and encouraging conversations.
    • Engaging Listeners in Music Selection
      Operates a "music influencer team" that allows listeners to provide input on songs played on Family Life Radio, and broadcasts news and interviews about Christian artists, including stories behind their songs.
    • Engaging Listeners in Music Selection
      Operates a "music influencer team" that allows listeners to provide input on songs played on Family Life Radio.
    • Engaging Listeners with Christian Music Feedback
      Operates a "music influencer team" that allows listeners to provide input on songs played on Family Life Radio.
  • Christian Digital Media Production 6 activities
    • Conducting Interviews with Christian Authors and Speakers
      Features interviews with authors and individuals on a range of topics including anxiety in children, the essence of manhood, finding spiritual fun, biblical perspectives on food and fasting, marriage and prayer life, meeting God in heartaches, strengthening body/mind/spirit, deeper connections, loving someone in recovery, and how Jesus heals brokenness.
    • Conducting Interviews with Christian Authors and Speakers
      Features interviews with authors and individuals on a variety of faith-based topics, including anxiety in children, the essence of manhood, finding spiritual fun, biblical perspectives on food and fasting, marriage and prayer life, meeting God in heartaches, strengthening body/mind/spirit, deeper connections, loving someone in recovery, and how Jesus heals brokenness.
    • Conducting Interviews with Christian Authors and Speakers
      Features interviews with authors and individuals on a range of topics including anxiety in children, the essence of manhood, finding spiritual fun, biblical perspectives on food and fasting, marriage and prayer life, meeting God in heartaches and hopes, religious topics like "The King is Coming," strengthening body, mind, and spirit, deeper connections and stronger relationships, loving someone in recovery, and how Jesus heals brokenness.
    • Producing Christian Podcasts and On-Demand Content
      Produces podcasts covering various topics including prayer, personal experiences, and "Good News" segments, and makes full-length Christian teaching programs available on-demand through online platforms. This also includes "LIFE In Session" episodes featuring Christian artists, artist blogs, and guided devotionals.
    • Producing Christian Podcasts and On-Demand Content
      Produces podcasts covering topics such as prayer, personal experiences, and "Good News" segments, and makes full-length Christian teaching programs available on-demand through online platforms. This also includes "LIFE In Session" episodes featuring Christian artists and guided devotionals.
    • Production of Christian Podcasts and Interview Segments
      Produces podcasts covering various topics including prayer, personal experiences, and "Good News" segments, and conducts interviews with authors and individuals on religious topics, personal growth, and faith journeys.
  • Children's Faith Formation & Parental Equipping 4 activities
    • Children's Programs and Support
      Provides an online website for children with activities, Bible stories, and videos, distributes Kids' Care Packs, operates free weekend and summer camps, runs Kids' Club after-school programs, and provides follow-up initiatives including birthday cards and newsletters.
    • Operating Children's Programs and Resources
      Provides an online website for children with activities, Bible stories, and videos. Additionally, operates free weekend and summer camps, virtual summer camps, and Kids' Club after-school programs in low-income housing communities. The organization also distributes Kids' Care Packs and provides follow-up initiatives like birthday cards and newsletters to children.
    • Providing Children's Programs and Resources
      Provides an online website for children with activities, Bible stories, and videos, distributes Kids' Care Packs containing food, hygiene items, activities, and small toys, runs Kids' Club after-school programs in local low-income housing communities, and offers free weekend and summer camps, including virtual options with interactive activities and challenges. Follow-up initiatives include birthday cards, newsletters, activity sheets, and personal notes to children.
    • Providing Children's Programs and Resources
      Provides an online website for children with activities, Bible stories, and videos. This also includes operating free weekend and summer camps, virtual summer camps with interactive activities, distributing Kids' Care Packs, running Kids' Club after-school programs in local low-income housing communities, and providing follow-up initiatives like birthday cards and newsletters to children.
  • Children-Focused Faith Podcasts 2 activities
    • Christian Music Artist Features and Engagement
      Produces "LIFE In Session" episodes featuring Christian artists sharing their faith journeys, accompanied by artist blogs and guided devotionals, and broadcasts news and interviews about Christian artists, including stories behind their songs.
    • Producing Christian Artist Features and Devotionals
      Produces "LIFE In Session" episodes featuring Christian artists sharing their faith journeys, accompanied by artist blogs and guided devotionals, and broadcasts news and interviews about Christian artists, including stories behind their songs.
  • Christian Sacred Music Production 1 activity
    • Streaming Christian Music Online
      Streams Christian music 24/7 online.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Producing Christian Podcasts and On-Demand Content
      Produces podcasts covering various topics including prayer, personal experiences, and "Good News" segments, and makes full-length Christian teaching programs available on-demand through online platforms.
    • Production and Distribution of Christian Teaching Programs
      Produces and broadcasts programs like "Intentional Living" with Dr. Randy Carlson, featuring faith-focused teaching, and makes full-length Christian teaching programs available on-demand through online platforms.
    • Streaming Christian Music Online
      Streams Christian music 24/7 online.
    • Streaming Christian Music Online
      Streams Christian music 24/7 through online platforms.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$6.29M
Contributions & grants$5.92M94%
Program service revenue$206K3%
Investment income$121K2%
Other revenue$51K
expenses
Total expenses$5.32M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$2.63M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$17.89M
Cash$11.24M
Investments$1.29M
Liabilities$675K
Net assets$17.22M
Liquid reserves28.3 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -10.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 6
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Randy L Carlson Chairman as of 1/1/2022 1 $203K
Evan Carlson President/CEO as of 1/1/2022 1 $187K
Mack A Piotrowski Treasurer/CFOO 1 $158K
Michael Kankelfritz Program Director/Announcer 1 $133K
Adam Biddell Chief Broadcast Systems Officer 1 $117K
Sally Barton Chief Broadcast Engagement Officer 1 $104K
board members · 8
  • Dennis Wilson — Director
  • John Vryhof — Director as of 2/18/2022
  • Larry Carlson — Director
  • Lars Carlson — Director as of 2/18/2022
  • Michael D Miller — Director
  • Rod Robison — Director as of 2/18/22
  • Sidney Felker — Director/Secretary
  • Troy Bancroft — Director
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • Dr. Randy Carlson Partner — Hosts the flagship program "Intentional Living."
  • Focus on the Family Partner — Features teachings from Focus on the Family in its programming.
  • Intentional Life Media Partner — Abides by a Statement of Faith that serves as the foundation for Family Life Broadcasting System's ministry.
  • Intentional Life Media Partner — The statement of faith applies to Intentional Life Media, indicating a close affiliation or that Family Life Broadcasting System operates under this name.
  • WIBM Partner — Broadcast partner for early programming, including "Teen Time" and "Happy Day Express."
  • WUNN Partner — First owned and operated station, purchased in 1969.
  • Youth Haven Partner — Sister ministry dedicated to sharing the Gospel message and reaching children and families for Christ.