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LIGHT IN ACTION INC
Sierra Vista, AZ · EIN 270894991 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE A31 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.lightinaction.org
revenue
$199K
expenses
$156K
net assets
$133K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The Organization is organized for charitable purposes under Section 501 C 3. Our Mission is to produce and promote significant historical, cultural and/or religious multi media resources that do not contradict the Bible and our beliefs therein derived.To equip people with these resources and train others in multi media production and biblical and cross cultural studies.

profile · synthesized from sources

Christian nonprofit producing films to introduce unreached people groups to Jesus, particularly in the 10/40 window. Operates from Brazil and the U.S., creating cinematic Bible studies, documentaries, and evangelistic media in multiple languages. Focuses on using film to reach closed regions and inspire global engagement with the Great Commission.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

First Day
Film following two Middle Eastern teenagers, one a Syrian refugee, building friendship in Rio de Janeiro amid cultural and family challenges
Invisible Alliance
Documentary following a former drug trafficker’s journey from Lebanon to Latin America and his life transformation at the Brazil-Paraguay border
Sincere Questions
Web series in Arabic, English, and Portuguese challenging Muslims to question aspects of Islam and explore the Christian faith
Tetelestai
11-part cinematic Bible study series from Creation to Resurrection, combining film and teaching for evangelism and discipleship
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Documentary Film Production for Social Awareness 6 activities
    • Documentary production on criminal justice and personal transformation
      Produced a documentary depicting an individual's involvement in a major drug trafficking network, highlighting themes of personal history and systemic issues.
    • Documentary production on criminal justice and redemption narratives
      Produces documentaries highlighting personal stories of transformation, including a film depicting an individual's involvement in a major drug trafficking network and another sharing the journey of a former suicide bomber who now brings hope to others.
    • Film production focused on cultural and personal identity
      Produces films that explore themes of cultural adaptation, family traditions, and personal identity, such as a film depicting teenagers navigating life in a new culture.
    • Film production on cultural and identity themes
      Produces narrative films that explore themes of cultural adaptation, family traditions, and personal identity, such as a film depicting teenagers navigating life in a new culture.
    • Film production on cultural and identity themes for youth
      Produces films depicting teenagers navigating life in a new culture, family traditions, and personal identity, likely aimed at fostering connection and dialogue among youth.
    • Storytelling initiative featuring transformed lives
      Shares powerful personal narratives, such as that of a former suicide bomber who now works to bring hope to others, to illustrate redemption and inspire change.
  • Video-Based Biblical Teaching Series 3 activities
    • Creation of cinematic Bible study content
      Produces an 11-part cinematic Bible study series that explores key biblical narratives spanning from Creation to the Resurrection of Christ, aimed at deepening scriptural understanding.
    • Creation of cinematic Bible study content
      Produces an 11-part cinematic Bible study series that explores biblical narratives spanning from Creation to the Resurrection of Christ, aimed at deepening scriptural understanding.
    • Creation of cinematic Bible study series
      Produces an 11-part cinematic Bible study series that explores biblical narratives spanning from Creation to the Resurrection of Christ.
  • Christian Digital Media Production 1 activity
    • Production of evangelistic films for unreached people groups
      Produces films specifically intended to reach unreached people groups with the Gospel, leveraging visual storytelling for cross-cultural evangelism.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Production of evangelistic films for unreached people groups
      Creates and distributes films specifically designed to share the Gospel with unreached people groups, focusing on culturally relevant storytelling.
    • Production of multilingual apologetics web series
      Produces a multilingual web series titled "Sincere Questions" in Arabic, English, and Portuguese designed to encourage Muslims to critically engage with aspects of Islam and explore dialogue with the Christian faith.
    • Production of multilingual evangelistic web series
      Produces a multilingual web series titled "Sincere Questions" in Arabic, English, and Portuguese designed to encourage Muslims to question aspects of Islam and engage in dialogue with the Christian faith.
    • Production of multilingual web series for interfaith dialogue
      Produces a multilingual web series titled "Sincere Questions" in Arabic, English, and Portuguese designed to encourage Muslims to question aspects of Islam and engage in dialogue with the Christian faith.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$199K
Contributions & grants$195K98%
Program service revenue$5K2%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$156K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$85K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$133K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$133K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +47.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Arlen Isaak President 40 $44K
Joel Craig Director of Production 40 $22K
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • Google Drive Partner — Hosts downloadable group study and promotional materials for the Tetelestai series.
  • Horizons International Partner — Developed the "Sincere Questions" web series in partnership with Horizons International from Lebanon.
  • Joshua Project Network — Uses Joshua Project's definition and data on unreached people groups.
  • Luz em Ação Partner — Brazilian counterpart organization with a President and Executive Director.
  • The Great Commission Foundation Partner — Partner organization in Canada.