named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Book of Revelation Study
Chapter-by-chapter Bible teaching series providing accessible and in-depth study of the Book of Revelation
Hour of Greetings
Daily interactive program allowing listeners to send greetings, prayer requests, and testimonies, fostering community among the global audience
Request Hour
Interactive segment where listeners call in to request songs and share personal stories, creating a sense of connection and fellowship
Sermon Broadcasts
Regular airing of sermons by Christian preachers including Charles Stanley, Alexander Kolomitsev, and Andre Vovk
What Do You Believe?
Radio program offering concise, doctrinally sound explanations of core Christian beliefs and teachings
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Religious Media Production and Distribution 4 activities
- Offer free airtime to domestic Christian producersProvides free airtime on its radio networks to qualified domestic Christian producers to broadcast programming, supporting local content creation and outreach.
- Operate Christian radio networks broadcasting in Russian and UkrainianOperates two radio networks that broadcast Bible teaching and Christian music in Russian and Ukrainian to provide doctrinal instruction and spiritual encouragement; broadcasts are delivered via satellite (including HOTBIRD) and internet streaming to audiences in Slavic nations, Russia, Ukraine, and Europe.
- Produce and broadcast structured biblical teaching and apologetics programmingProduces and broadcasts structured biblical teaching programs, including in-house recordings on core Christian doctrines such as Christology, Soteriology, and Eschatology, as well as apologetics content, to instruct listeners in Scripture and the redemptive plan of God.
- Provide media support and programming to Christian rehabilitation centersDelivers satellite and internet-based Christian radio programming, including Bible teaching and Christian music, to over 66 rehabilitation centers in Russia, Ukraine, and other former Soviet republics, including facilities serving youth.
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Community and Public Broadcasting Services 1 activity
- Provide online access to radio programmingOffers on-demand and live streaming access to its radio programming through dedicated websites, ensuring availability despite internet shutdowns or censorship.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operate in-house radio production and broadcast facilitiesMaintains and operates multiple on-air and production studios for Ukrainian- and Russian-language programming, including main, alternate, and satellite studios in Odessa, as well as an in-house editing studio for audio production.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$588K
Contributions & grants$568K97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$20K3%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$282K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$30K
Grants paid out$212K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$891K
Cash$891K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$891K
Liquid reserves38.0 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +34.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Johnson | Board of Directors & President & Secretary | 40 | $30K |
board members · 1
- Brian Bettger — Board of Directors & Chairman
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- CRFRNewLifeRadio Partner — Partner organization managing PayPal donations for NEW LIFE RADIO International.
- Christians within the mainstream of the Protestant Reformation Partner — Collaborates with Protestant Reformation-aligned Christians across denominational lines to broadcast the Gospel to the Slavic world.
- Covenant Giving Partner — Provides an online giving portal service to NLRI as a courtesy, despite no denominational affiliation.
- Hotbird satellite Partner — Platform used to broadcast New Life Radio’s signal to rehabilitation centers.
- Ivan Z. Partner — Station manager who reports on listener engagement and programming impact.
- NLR organization in Odessa Partner — Ukraine-based non-profit entity legally founded by NLRI appointees and operating radio networks under NLRI direction.
- NLR-Russian Partner — Russian-language radio network operated under NLRI's oversight, transmitting to Russia and Europe.
- NLR-Ukrainian Partner — Ukrainian-language radio network launched in 2022, operated under NLRI's oversight.
- Radio Nove Zhitya Partner — Ukrainian-language broadcast partner with a similar teaching approach and programming structure to New Life Radio.
- Spotify Partner — Hosts recent broadcasts of New Life Radio on its platform for public listening.
strategies · 7
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Expository, Scripture-Centered Teaching Modelmethodology: expository-teaching-through-mediaBy using expository teaching that adheres to the principle that Scripture interprets Scripture, we ground listeners—especially younger ones—in historic Christian doctrine because systematic biblical instruction produces deeper theological understanding and intergenerational discipleship.
- Faith-Based Media for Spiritual Discipleship and Unitymethodology: faith-based_media_outreachBy delivering Christian radio programming that emphasizes eternal spiritual citizenship over national identity, we foster unity and biblical discipleship among Slavic audiences because shared spiritual identity transcends ethnic and political divisions.
- Faith-Based Rehabilitation Through Mediamethodology: faith-based_rehabilitationBy providing satellite equipment and Christian programming to rehabilitation centers, we support personal restoration from addiction and trauma because a biblical worldview and spiritual transformation are essential to lasting recovery.
- Integrated Teaching and Worship Formatmethodology: integrated-teaching-and-musicBy combining Bible teaching and Christian music in a structured daily format, we communicate the redemptive plan of God holistically because integrated content enhances accessibility and emotional engagement with Scripture.
- Non-Denominational, Scripture-Aligned Broadcast Collaborationmethodology: non-denominational_scriptural_broadcastingBy collaborating with Protestant Reformation-aligned Christians across denominations and ensuring all content aligns strictly with Scripture, we promote unity and gospel fidelity because doctrinal clarity and denominational neutrality increase receptivity and spiritual growth.
- Satellite-Enabled Access in Censored Regionsmethodology: satellite_broadcasting_for_censorship_resilienceBy using satellite broadcasting via HOTBIRD, we circumvent internet restrictions in Russia and expand access across the former Soviet Union because resilient transmission infrastructure ensures uninterrupted spiritual outreach in high-censorship environments.
- Scripture-Centered Alternative to State-Aligned Religionmethodology: scripture-centered_ministryBy offering Christ-centered, Bible-focused programming, we provide a credible alternative for listeners disillusioned with state-aligned religious institutions because biblically grounded content restores trust and spiritual authenticity.