2026-09-22T14:07:56-07:00 2024-12-31 990 2024-01-01 821025136 SOWERS4PASTORS INC SOWE 4077015358 820 E 21st Ave New Smyrna Beach FL 32169 Janis Bozzacco Treasurer 4077015358 2026-09-22 1 2024 X Janis Bozzacco 820 E 21st Ave New Smyrna Beach FL 32169 1044788 0 X www.sowers4pastors.com X 2017 FL Sowers4Pastors is a religious and humanitarian outreach ministry furthering the Gospel message while providing benevolent support and assistance to those in need primarily in western Honduras. Resources are provided to Honduran pastors and missionaries. Assistance includes Bible training, feeding centers, church construction projects, assistance in purchasing motorcycles for pastors, school construction projects, and collecting and distributing backpacks, school supplies, school shoes and other needs to assist children getting an education. 9 9 0 1200 0 0 1696671 1019368 0 0 13688 25420 0 0 1710359 1044788 1066485 467167 0 0 0 0 0 0 14085 404737 400590 1471222 867757 239137 177031 1098929 1323400 5371 52811 1093558 1270589 Sowers4Pastors is a religious and humanitarian outreach ministry furthering the Gospel message while providing benevolent support and assistance to those in need primarily in western Honduras. Resources are provided to Honduran pastors and missionaries. Assistance includes Bible training, feeding centers, church construction projects, assistance in purchasing motorcycles for pastors, school construction projects, and collecting and distributing backpacks, school supplies, school shoes and other needs to assist children getting an education. 0 0 765529 417516 0 The primary program of Sowers4Pastors is outreach ministry furthering the Gospel message, while providing benevolent support and assistance to those in need primarily in western Honduras. Resources are provided to Honduran pastors, Honduran missionaries, Honduran evangelists, Honduran families, and Honduran children. Assistance includes Bible training, feeding centers, and collecting and distributing backpacks, school supplies, school shoes and other needs to assist children getting an education. In 2024, 5,200 backpacks full of school supplies and 3,600 pairs of shoes were collected and distributed. As many children in western Honduras do not attend school specifically because their families are unable to purchase the required school supplies, this project empowers the children to get an education. Additionally, the organization facilitates 80 feeding programs, feeding 8,000 children twice per week. We distributed 3,600 Bibles and Bible story books to children. We also facilitate a pastor training school, which 44 pastors attended during 2024. A total of 90 were also trained as Sunday School teachers. Sowers4Pastors has been funded under the umbrella of other nonprofit organizations since 2001. As the ministry grew, it became necessary for Sowers4Pastors, Inc. to incorporate in 2017 and work independently as its own 501c3 which was approved by the IRS in 2018. Since 2001, the ministry has helped distribute over 60,000 Bibles and other Bible study materials, has facilitated 200 pastors graduating from a 3 year pastor training program, distributed approximately 4,800 pastor appreciation gifts, provided approximately 20 million meals in our nutrition deficiency feeding programs, facilitated the availability of over $270,000 worth of medical and dental aid and hosted over 212 visiting teams doing community service/medical/educational, construction, etc. 20905 20905 0 Construction projects - To further the primary mission, the organization assists local villages with church construction. The assistance is primarily with roofing materials after church walls are already built by the local villages themselves. In 2024, Sowers4Pastors helped 22 churches with their construction projects. Since 2001, the ministry has been involved with the construction of 240 churches, 32 bridges, 18 schools, 120 new houses, as well as assisting with renovations and repairs of 125 houses damaged by hurricanes or poorly constructed due to poverty, and more than 25 community water and municipal projects. 28746 28746 0 Transportation - To further the primary mission, the organization assists local Honduran pastors in purchasing a motorcycle, horse or mule requiring that they at least pay a portion themselves. Motorcycles, horses and mules assist the pastors that often have several congregations in different villages. In 2024, Sowers4Pastors helped pastors purchase 20 motorcycles. Since 2006, 448 pastors have been assisted with motorcycles and 71 pastors with horses or mules. 0 0 0 815180 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 6 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 9 9 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 FL X Janis Williams 4077015358 820 E 21st Ave New Smyrna Beach FL 32169 Allen L Sowers President/CEO/Director 40 0 X X 34000 0 0 Brandy J Reyes Perdomo Director 40 0 X 0 0 9146 Rachel M Sowers Director 40 0 X 5000 0 0 James M Cofer Secretary 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Janis Bozzacco Treasurer 6 0 X X 0 0 0 Monica Lederman Director 1 0 X 0 0 0 John Dreessen Director 1 0 X 0 0 0 Jeremiah Cordovano Director 1 0 X 0 0 0 Jay Scott Matthews Director 1 X 0 0 0 39000 0 9146 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1019368 276826 1019368 0 25420 25420 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1044788 25420 0 0 467167 467167 35629 18313 17316 0 2674 1204 1470 65409 53535 11031 843 8331 8331 6412 4355 741 1316 8643 3816 2418 2409 14296 14296 0 181847 178330 3035 482 848 567 281 4980 4980 Bank Fees 1093 121 268 704 Equip/Tools/Supplies 28954 27022 1932 Missionary Support 41474 41474 0 0 867757 815180 38492 14085 634570 692973 464359 578614 6993 0 49800 4980 44820 1098929 1323400 5371 52811 0 0 5371 52811 X 1063124 1234288 30434 36301 1093558 1270589 1098929 1323400 177031 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 1 X 1 0 X 1706622 1703455 2207489 1696671 1019368 8333605 1706622 1703455 2207489 1696671 1019368 8333605 8333605 248 56 309 13688 25420 39721 248 56 309 13688 25420 39721 1706870 1703511 2207798 1710359 1044788 8373326 0.99526 0.99842 0.00474 0.00158 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 49800 0 4980 44820 44820 1057188 0 12400 0 0 12400 1044788 0 0 0 1044788 880157 12400 0 0 0 12400 867757 0 0 0 867757 1 Central America and the Caribbean 0 7 Program Services All of these are individually listed in Part III, Food clothing and household items, backpacks and school supplies, are donated in-kind and purchased and distributed to children in need. Construction materials (primarily for church roofs), motorcycles and medical supplies are purchased and distributed as needed. Pastor training programs, child activities and scholarships are supported as needed. 815180 0 7 815180 Non-cash assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 236755 Backpacks and school supplies FMV Non-cash assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 4271 Food FMV Non-cash assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 21400 Clothing and household items FMV Non-cash assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 14400 Medical Supplies FMV Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 95506 Construction materials Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 28746 Motorcycles Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 22434 Food Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 12048 Backpacks and school supplies Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 12022 Child activities Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 6797 Pastor training programs Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 5994 Medical Supplies Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 5226 Clothing and household items Amount paid for items Assistance to individuals Central America and the Caribbean 1568 Scholarships for education Amount paid for items 0 0 0 0 0 0 Schedule F, Part I, Line 2 The organization networks with the Honduran communities to identify potential recipient groups and individuals for the charitable giving programs. Most expenditures go directly to purchase the needs of individuals that meet the fulfillment of the mission and then the goods or services are distributed. Money is not given to the individuals. Individuals rarely receive significant amounts (most worth under $1000) except for roofing materials purchased for the completion of roofs on churches. Examples of things distributed include food, motorcycles (so pastors can reach their congregations in the rough terrain), roofing materials, school supplies, used clothing, scholarships, medical supplies and toiletries. These individuals consist of children in impoverished villages and pastors or missionaries in good standing with their denominations. Food is distributed by pastors that provide information on a regular basis on their use of the food. Pastors are allowed to purchase items and then be reimbursed with proper documentation. Most are known personally by the missionaries participating in managing the organization. All is overseen by the managing missionaries with occasional visits from various Board members. Christian Sowers Son of Allen Sowers 49500 Sent to bring Cash to Honduras 0 Kirstin Sowers Daughter of Allen Sowers CEO 24789 Missionary support payments 0 James Cofer Secretary 19000 Sent Cash to Bring to Honduras 0 Allen Sowers CEO/Chairman of the Board 17316 Missionary stipend and cover medical insurance 0 Allen Sowers CEO/Chairman of the Board 16684 Missionary Support Payments 0 Kirstin Sowers Daughter of Allen Sowers CEO 10064 Missionary Stipend 0 Rachel Sowers Board member, Daughter of CEO 5000 Missionary Support payments 0 Allen Sowers CEO/Chairman of the Board 3387 Reimbursement of Expenses 0 Janis Bozzacco Treasurer 1795 Reimbursement of Expenses 0 Kirstin Sowers Daughter of Allen Sowers 350 Reimbursement of Expenses 0 X 21400 FMV X 1 4271 FMV X 1 14400 FMV X Backpacks and school supplies 10000 236755 FMV 0 0 1 0 Form 990, Header, Line B An audit was conducted after the original 990 was filed and there were adjustments, so this is to reflect those adjustments with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 Rachel Sowers Director is the daughter of Allen Sowers the CEO. Brandy J Reyes Perdomo Director is married to Rachel Sowers Director and therefore Son-in-law of Allen Sowers CEO. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Organization's process to review Form 990 - Once the 990 is completed by the Treasurer, a full copy is emailed out to the executive committee for their feedback, comments and questions. Once all interested parties have responded and any questions or comments addressed, the Form 990 is sent to remaining board members and the process repeated until all questions resolved and the Form 990 is filed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Enforcement of Conflict Policy - Most of the current Board of Directors and Officers were present and instrumental in the development and passage of the current Conflict of Interest Policy. The policy spells out the specific procedures the Board and Officers shall follow if a suspected conflict of interest exists. If a potential conflict does exist, the member is excused from both the discussion and vote on the specific topic. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 Compensation Process for Employees and Directors - Periodically during the budget process, the compensation of key employees (of which there are none currently that are salaried, all are paid as contractors as the amounts are small stipends), contractors and/or directors is raised. During the process, research as to the compensation package of employees, contractors and/or directors in similar positions at similarly sized non-profits are investigated. The Board of Directors votes on all compensation of employees, contractors and/or directors. Through 2024 the organization has no employees and has only paid ministry support to missionaries from donations made that were designated for their support and small stipends. See Schedule L Part IV for amounts paid to the CEO and his daughter reported on a 1099. Various staff are paid in Honduras to Honduran citizens. This compensation is also very small and approved by the CEO. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Governing Documents Disclosure Explanation - The organization maintains an open atmosphere regarding governing documents, policies and financial statements. A request need only be made orally, in writing or via e-mail for copies of these documents and they will be made available. The contact information is easily found on the organization's website. This is an amended return after an independent audit was done.