Trinity Broadcasting Network

What Trinity Broadcasting Network does

Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN), legally Trinity Broadcasting of Texas, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) non-profit religious organization founded in 1973 by Paul and Jan Crouch that operates the world's largest Christian television network. The company delivers 24/7 faith-based programming across broadcast television (reaching 98% of US households), a proprietary TBN+ streaming platform with 10+ live channels and on-demand video, native applications for iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung, and LG smart TVs, YouTube TV, and a family of over 30 wholly-owned international networks spanning every inhabited continent in 20+ languages. Its programming portfolio includes the flagship 'Praise' show (on air since 1973, hosted by Matt and Laurie Crouch), 'Stakelbeck Tonight,' 'Takeaways with Kirk Cameron,' and the recently launched 'Better Together' daily talk show, featuring prominent pastors such as Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, and Dr. Robert Jeffress. The company also operates TBN Inspire (young-adult-focused sub-network), TBN2ndChance prison ministry, TBN Prayer Ministry, and Trilogy Publishing.

The business model is donation-driven, anchored on a 501(c)(3) non-profit structure. Primary revenue streams include one-time donations ($15, $25, $50, $100, or custom amounts), the TBN Ambassador monthly recurring giving program (starting at $10/month, billed on the 24th), Living Legacy planned giving (charitable gift annuities, estate planning, real estate gifts, and beneficiary designations for donors age 50+), premium TBN+ streaming subscriptions, and ancillary sales of ministry resources, books, and DVDs through the TBN Shop. The go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer broadcast and streaming distribution, event-driven engagement (worship concerts, conferences, GMA Dove Awards, Harvest Crusades), and community-led donor cultivation including a staffed prayer ministry and employer-matching donation integration via Double the Donation. TBN's primary customer segments are the broad general Christian audience, prison inmates served by TBN2ndChance, international viewers across localized networks, and Christian ministry leaders who use the platform for sermon and teaching distribution.

Name

Trinity Broadcasting Network

Legal name

Trinity Broadcasting of Texas, Inc.

Website

https://tbn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Trinity Broadcasting Network is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian media organization operating the world's largest religious television network, delivering 24/7 faith-based programming via broadcast TV, TBN+ streaming, mobile/CTV apps, and 30+ international networks to an estimated 2 billion potential viewers, funded primarily through viewer donations and planned giving.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Christian Broadcasting

NAICS

Television Broadcasting Stations (51612), Religious Organizations (8131), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (5162)

SIC

Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Cable & Other Pay Television Services (4841)

akta.pro primary industry

Christian Broadcasting (TV & Radio) (MPABALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Religious/Faith-Based Cable Networks (MPABAFAK), Local Religious/Faith-Based Stations (MPABACAL)

Keywords

• Christian broadcasting
• Religious television
• Faith media streaming
• Gospel programming
• Christian content network

Headquarters

HQ city

Tustin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donor Contributions: Primary revenue model based on charitable donations from viewers and supporters. TBN accepts one-time and monthly recurring donations via credit card, bank account, and PayPal. The TBN Ambassador Program offers monthly giving with charged on the 24th of each month. The network also offers employer matching through Double Your Donation program.
2. Living Legacy / Planned Giving: Charitable gift annuities, estate planning, real estate gifts, and beneficiary designations for long-term donor support. Lifetime charitable gift annuities available for donors age 50 and over.
3. Ministry Resource Sales: Sale of books, DVDs, and ministry resources from featured personalities through the TBN Shop and Offers section. Includes resources from Christine Caine (92 items), Joel C. Rosenberg, TBN Bundles (37 items), and various ministry partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Trinity Broadcasting Network produces and distributes 24/7 Christian television programming through broadcast TV, satellite, and the proprietary TBN+ streaming platform. The network airs original programs (Praise, Stakelbeck Tonight, Better Together, Takeaways with Kirk Cameron) and content from partner pastors/ministries, supplemented by prayer ministry, prison ministry (TBN2ndChance), and donation programs.

Product overview

Trinity Broadcasting Network operates as a multi-platform Christian media organization with two primary offerings: TBN (the main broadcast network - the world's largest Christian television network reaching 2 billion potential viewers daily with 98% U.S. TV household coverage) and TBN+ (a premium streaming subscription service with 10+ live channels plus on-demand content). The portfolio includes flagship programs like Praise (weeknight talk show since 1973), Stakelbeck Tonight (news commentary), and Better Together (daily faith talk show). Content is distributed via TBN Mobile & TV Apps across iOS, Android, Roku, FireTV, AndroidTV, Apple TV, Samsung, and LG platforms, as well as through the TBN2ndChance prison ministry and regional network variants. Supplementary offerings include TBN Prayer Ministry, Living Legacy planned giving, and the TBN Ambassador monthly giving program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TBN+: Streaming platform offering the largest library of Christian media including teachings, sermons, worship, conferences, faith-based movies, and exclusive original series.
• TBN Inspire
• TBN2ndChance
• Trilogy Publishing

Products and services

• TBN+ Streaming Platform Premium streaming subscription service offering 10+ live Christian television channels, on-demand video content including sermons, worship, conferences, faith-based movies, and exclusive original series. Accessible via web, mobile apps, and TV streaming platforms for individual viewers seeking expanded Christian media.
• TBN Broadcast Network Main 24/7 broadcast television network providing inspirational, faith-based programming reaching 98% of US television households and an estimated 2 billion potential viewers daily across global network affiliates.
• Praise TBN's flagship weeknight ministry and talk show airing at 8 & 11p ET since 1973, hosted by Matt and Laurie Crouch, featuring contemporary Christian music, worship, ministry voices, engaging interviews, and faith-based talk content for Christian viewers.
• Stakelbeck Tonight Nightly news and commentary program hosted by Erick Stakelbeck covering world events through a biblical lens, featuring cutting-edge commentary, analysis, and interviews on geopolitical developments, faith issues, and cultural matters.
• Takeaways with Kirk Cameron Talk show hosted by Kirk Cameron examining pressing issues faced by Christians in contemporary society, featuring distinguished guests discussing thought-provoking and actionable insights for everyday believers.
• Better Together Daily original faith-centered talk show produced by women, featuring discussions on pressing issues Christians face with compassionate, well-researched perspectives.
• TBN Inspire Separate network within the TBN family targeting young adult audience with faith-based programming, distributed alongside the main TBN network.
• TBN2ndChance Prison Ministry Prison ministry program offering incarcerated individuals access to TBN programming as a resource for spiritual growth, redemption, and transformation in correctional facilities.
• TBN Ambassador Program Monthly recurring donation program starting at $10/month where supporters commit to regular gifts to support TBN's daily programming operations; charged on the 24th of each month.
• Living Legacy Planned Giving Planned giving program offering charitable gift annuities (available for donors age 50+), estate planning, real estate gifts, and beneficiary designations for supporters seeking long-term Kingdom impact.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

31 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• YouTube TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTBN broadcast content available through YouTube TV streaming service, expanding accessibility to cord-cutting viewers who prefer internet-based television subscriptions.
• RokucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTBN+ app available on Roku channel store, enabling millions of Roku users to access live and on-demand Christian programming through their streaming devices.
• Apple TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNative TBN app for Apple TV platform allowing viewers to watch live TV and on-demand content through tvOS devices and Apple TV hardware.
• Amazon Fire TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTBN app available on Amazon Fire TV devices, providing access to TBN+ streaming content for Fire TV users.
• Android TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTBN app available on Android TV platform and Google Play Store for Android TV set-top boxes and smart TVs running Android TV OS.
• Samsung Smart TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDedicated TBN app for Samsung Smart TV platform, enabling viewers with Samsung TVs to access TBN+ content directly through their television.
• LG Smart TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTBN app available on LG TV platform, providing webOS-based smart TV users access to TBN streaming content.
• TBN InspirecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliated network within TBN family focused on inspirational content, available at tbninspire.org and distributed alongside main TBN network.
• TBN AsiacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAsian regional network providing English-language Christian programming to Asia markets via tbnasia.org.
• TBN AfricacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAfrican regional network offering English-language Christian content to African viewers at tbnafrica.org.
• TBN UKcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUnited Kingdom regional network distributing TBN content to British audiences at tbnuk.org.
• Enlace / Enlace JuvenilcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpanish-language networks serving US, Mexico, Caribbean, and Latin American markets with Spanish-language Christian programming.
• bibelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman-language network serving Germany, Austria, and Switzerland with German-language Christian content at bibeltv.de.
• Rede / Boas NovascoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPortuguese-language networks serving Brazil with Brazilian Portuguese Christian programming.
• TBN PacificcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPacific regional network serving New Zealand, Australia, and Pacific Islands at tbnpacific.org.au.
• TBN PolskacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolish-language network serving Poland with Polish-language Christian programming at tbnpolska.tv.
• TBN NordiccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScandinavian network serving Sweden and Norway with Swedish and Norwegian language content at tbnnordic.tv.
• TBN NejatcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFarsi-language network serving Iran, Afghanistan, Iraq, and broader Middle East with Persian-language Christian programming.
• TBN IsraelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDedicated Israel-focused network providing content related to Israel and Hebrew-language programming at tbnisrael.com.
• TBN FrancophonecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench-language network serving France and French-speaking markets with French-language Christian content at tbnfr.org.
• TBN UA (Ukraine)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUkraine-focused network providing content to Ukrainian viewers during ongoing conflict, accessible at tbn.org/ukraine.
• TBN DeutschcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman-language channel at tbndeutsch.tv for German-speaking audiences.
• TBN-YetucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAfrican-focused network at tbnyetu.org serving African audiences with localized Christian content.
• The Kingdom SatcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational network with English and Arabic programming at kingdomsat.com/en.
• Kanal HayatcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTurkish-language network serving Turkey and Turkish-speaking regions with Turkish-language Christian content at kanalhayat.com.
• JCTV PakistancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUrdu and Hindi-language network serving Pakistan, Asia, Africa, and Europe at jctvpak.tv.
• TCI ItaliacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian-language network serving Italy at tci-italia.it.
• Al HorreyacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArabic-language network serving Egypt and Middle East region at alhorreya.tv.
• Miracle ChannelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCanadian Christian network at miraclechannel.ca, affiliated with TBN family.
• Life TVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstonian Christian network at lifetv.ee, part of TBN international network family.
• PAX TelevíziócoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHungarian network available on YouTube channel, affiliated with TBN family of networks.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• INSP: INSP is a US cable network offering family-friendly and faith-based Westerns and classic programming. It is comparable to TBN as a faith/family-focused TV distribution platform, though narrower in original Christian teaching content.
• Dove Channel: Dove Channel is a Christian-friendly streaming service offering movies and family programming, available on major streaming platforms. It directly competes with TBN+ for subscription-based faith-streaming viewership.
• CBN (Christian Broadcasting Network): CBN is a 501(c)(3) Christian broadcaster founded by Pat Robertson, operating The 700 Club and CBN News across broadcast TV, cable, and digital platforms. It is a direct peer to TBN in non-profit Christian TV broadcasting, donor-supported funding, and multi-platform faith content.
• Daystar Television Network: Daystar is a US-based Christian broadcast network reaching over 200 countries, funded by viewer donations. It directly competes with TBN as a faith-based broadcast network offering teaching, worship, and family programming via satellite and streaming.
• BYUtv: BYUtv is a US-based family and faith-focused TV network operated by Brigham Young University, available via cable, satellite, and streaming. It is comparable to TBN as a multi-platform religious broadcaster, though funded by a university rather than donations.
• EWTN Global Catholic Network: EWTN is the largest Catholic religious broadcasting network globally, operating multiple TV channels, radio, and a streaming platform. It is the closest direct peer to TBN in scale, non-profit model, multi-platform faith content distribution, and donation-funded revenue.
• Pure Flix: Pure Flix is a Christian faith-based subscription streaming service offering movies, TV shows, and original programming. It is a direct peer to TBN+ in the faith-streaming subscription category, competing for the same donor/subscribing Christian audience.
• UPtv: UPtv is a US cable and streaming network offering uplifting, faith-friendly entertainment and original movies. It competes with TBN for the family/faith audience, with overlapping programming categories though less preaching/teaching focus.

Regional players

• Salt + Light Media: Salt + Light is a Canadian Catholic broadcaster with TV, radio, and digital operations serving North America. It is a regional peer to TBN's international networks in the faith broadcasting category, though focused on Catholic rather than evangelical content.

Broad incumbents

• Hallmark Channel: Hallmark Channel is a major US cable network focused on family-friendly and inspirational content. It is a broad incumbent overlapping TBN's faith/family audience at the distribution level, though without TBN's preaching, teaching, or non-profit religious mission.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TellTBN
• YouTubeyoutube.com/tbn
• Facebookfacebook.com/TBN
• Instagraminstagram.com/tbn
• TikToktiktok.com/@tbn_official
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/trinity-broadcasting-network

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries27 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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