Wycliffe Associates

What Wycliffe Associates does

Wycliffe Associates, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit mission organization founded in 1967 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, that accelerates global Bible translation by equipping national translators, local churches, and Deaf communities with proprietary technology, methodologies, and training. The organization's core offerings include the MAST (Mobilized Assistance Supporting Translation) collaborative methodology developed in 2014, the V-MAST virtual translation platform, Bible Translation Acceleration Kits (BTAKs), Bible Translation Recording Kits (BTRKs), tablets preloaded with translation software, Print On Demand units, the SUN (Symbolic Universal Notation) written language for Deaf-Blind communities, and a free Sign Language Bible mobile app, with Starlink satellite internet deployed as connectivity infrastructure in remote regions. To date, the organization has helped start translations in more than 1,000 languages, facilitated completion of 481 New Testaments (318 via MAST), distributed 6,402 tablets in 67 countries, installed 549 BTAKs across 48 countries, and provided 1,206 BTRKs to mother-tongue translators.

The business model is donation- and contribution-based rather than commercial revenue; the organization operates through grassroots fundraising from individuals, prayer partners, and partner churches globally, supplemented by a volunteer program that has delivered over 998,000 hours since 2001. Donor-funded technology packages are priced transparently on a unit basis: $19,500 to launch a Bible translation in a new language, $2,500 per BTAK, $300-$2,000 per BTRK, $2,000-$25,000 per Print On Demand unit, and $300 per tablet with translation software. Distribution occurs through a website donation portal, direct technology provision to field translators, in-person and virtual MAST workshops, mobile apps on iOS and Android, and radio broadcasting for isolated language groups. Primary customer segments are national mother-tongue Bible translators, local churches in translation communities, Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing communities, and oral cultures with unwritten languages. The organization is governed by a Board of Trustees and led by President and CEO Reverend Stephen (Steve) E. Martin, effective September 20, 2025.

Name

Wycliffe Associates

Legal name

Wycliffe Associates, Inc.

Website

https://wycliffeassociates.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Wycliffe Associates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1967 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, that accelerates global Bible translation by equipping national translators, local churches, and Deaf communities with proprietary methodology (MAST), technology kits, and satellite connectivity across 71 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Nonprofit Bible Translation Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Missionary Training Colleges & Schools (EDAHAKAF), Interpretation, Translation & Language Access Training (Community Interpreting) (EDAAADAJ)

Keywords

• Bible translation services
• Scripture translation technology
• Christian mission nonprofit
• Language translation acceleration
• Church owned translation

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Wycliffe Associates is a registered 501(C)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit mission organization that operates entirely through donations from individuals, prayer partners, and supporters worldwide. Donors provide funding for technology, training, resources, and support for Bible translation projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Wycliffe Associates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit mission organization that accelerates Bible translation worldwide by equipping national translators and local churches with proprietary methodology (MAST, V-MAST), hardware kits (BTAKs, BTRKs, tablets, Print On Demand units), satellite internet (Starlink), and training delivered through in-person and virtual workshops. The organization operates entirely through donations and grants, having facilitated the start of translations in more than 1,000 languages and the completion of 481+ New Testaments across 71+ countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MAST (Mobilized Assistance Supporting Translation): A streamlined Bible translation methodology that equips national translators to quickly and accurately translate the Bible under the guidance of the local church.
• V-MAST (Virtual MAST)
• DOT (Deaf Owned Translation)
• SUN (Symbolic Universal Notation)
• Operation Clean Water
• Church Owned Bible Translation

Products and services

• MAST (Mobilized Assistance Supporting Translation)
• V-MAST (Virtual MAST)

Quantifiable outcome

• 141 New Testaments completed in 2020 alone (record year)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SpaceX (Starlink)coreTechnology or Integration · 17 December 2024Wycliffe Associates uses Starlink satellite internet service from SpaceX to provide isolated national Bible translators in remote regions with faster, more consistent internet connectivity for translation work.
• ECWA (Evangelical Church Winning All)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 November 2021Partnership with ECWA relief foundation in Nigeria to provide emergency aid to Christians affected by Islamic militant attacks. Wycliffe Associates partnered to provide food, bedding, clothes, and building materials to victims, especially widows and orphans in attacked communities.
• Biblical Seminary of the PhilippinesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Simoun Ung serves as Chairman of the Board of Trustees, representing collaborative theological education partnership.
• World Vision PhilippinesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Simoun Ung joined the Board of Trustees of World Vision Philippines in 2017 as part of cross-organizational collaboration in humanitarian and mission work.
• Wycliffe Bible Translators PhilippinescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2007Simoun Ung served as founding Chairman of Wycliffe Bible Translators Philippines in 2007, establishing a connection between the organizations for Bible translation work in the Philippines.
• Far East Broadcasting CompanyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSimoun Ung serves as corporate member of Far East Broadcasting Company in the Philippines, supporting radio broadcasting of Christian content.
• Mission Aviation FellowshipminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouleymane Kouyate, Africa Regional Director of Mission Aviation Fellowship, serves on the Board of Trustees of Wycliffe Associates, supporting aviation logistics for Bible translation work.
• Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRev (Dr) Stephen Baba Panya, Vice President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, serves on the Board of Trustees, supporting Nigerian church partnerships.
• Batts Morrison Wales & Lee, P.A.minorOthersThird-party accounting firm that conducts stringent audits of Wycliffe Associates' financial statements.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wycliffe Bible Translators: Closely affiliated sister organization also focused on Bible translation worldwide. Operates the global translation field force that Wycliffe Associates supports with technology and operational assistance, making it the most directly comparable mission peer.
• Seed Company: Faith-based nonprofit focused specifically on accelerating Bible translation projects globally, often in partnership with translation movements. Directly comparable in mission, funding model, and translation acceleration focus.
• Pioneer Bible Translators: Mission organization that translates, distributes, and establishes Scripture-engaged churches in least-reached languages. Directly comparable target audience (national translators, unreached language groups) and methodology.
• Lutheran Bible Translators: Faith-based organization translating Scripture for communities in need, often partnering with national translators. Compares as a direct peer in mission, donor-funded model, and language-group focus.

Broad incumbents

• American Bible Society: Larger, established faith-based organization focused on Bible access, translation, and engagement. Compares as a broader incumbent operating across multiple Scripture-related initiatives rather than narrowly on translation acceleration.
• Biblica: Major Bible translation, publishing, and ministry organization with broader Scripture-focused portfolio. Comparable as a larger incumbent operating across translation, publishing, and engagement.
• Bible Society (UK): Established international Bible translation and distribution charity. Comparable in faith-based mission, translation activity, and global footprint, though broader in scope.
• Tyndale House Publishers: Christian publisher with significant involvement in Bible translation, including the global Bible-engagement initiative. Compares as a broader faith-based incumbent with translation-related programs and donor-supported funding.

Emerging players

• Frontier Ventures: Faith-based mission organization working among unreached people groups with research, mobilization, and church-planting support. Compares through its focus on least-reached language communities and translation-adjacent efforts.

Others

• Mission Aviation Fellowship: Faith-based aviation organization providing remote-area flight support for missionaries and humanitarian work. Compares as an enabling partner in the same Bible-translation field ecosystem (a board-level partner of Wycliffe Associates).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wycliffeassoc
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/WycliffeAssoc
• Facebookfacebook.com/wycliffeassociates
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wycliffe-associates
• Instagraminstagram.com/wycliffeassociates

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles20 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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