Breath of Life Ministries

What Breath of Life Ministries does

Breath of Life Ministries is a faith-based nonprofit religious media ministry founded in 1974, operating from Huntsville, Alabama. The organization produces and distributes Christ-centered, Bible-based television programming, Bible study guides, books, podcasts, and live evangelistic events targeting urban African American Christian communities from a contemporary perspective. Its core product is the Breath of Life Television Broadcast, distributed through NBC and ABC affiliate stations across 80%+ of US markets, supplemented by digital channels including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and the Breathe Podcast. Supporting products include eight-lesson and 26-lesson Bible Study Guides, a 28-lesson Youth Bible Study series, more than 25 devotional and evangelism publications, and the recently launched (October 2025) animated children's series "Evie's Treehouse" for ages 3-8.

The business model is donor-funded, anchored by a stated need for 4,000 monthly donors contributing $40 each (~$1.92M/year target), supplemented by product sales through the online store ($2.99 to $750 range), event registrations ($150 for conferences and rallies), and special broadcast programming partnerships. The ministry runs an annual Hope Rally evangelistic campaign traveling to different cities (e.g., 58 baptisms at Hope Rally 2025 in St. Louis), alongside the Vision and Dreamers Conference and Young Adult Rally. Operations are lean, with 1-10 employees, and the organization is deeply embedded in the Seventh-day Adventist denominational ecosystem, partnering with Oakwood University Church, Central States Conference, Southeastern Conference, and the Interfaith Broadcasting Commission. Under successive Speaker/Directors — C.D. Brooks (1974-1998, 11,000+ baptisms), Walter L. Pearson Jr. (1998-2010), Carlton P. Byrd (2010-2021, 20,000+ baptisms including 16,806 in Tanzania), and current leader Pastor Debleaire K. Snell (2021-present) — the ministry has planted 17+ Breath of Life SDA churches and reached audiences across the US, Africa, and the Caribbean.

Name

Breath of Life Ministries

Legal name

Breath of Life Ministries

Website

https://breathoflife.tv

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Breath of Life Ministries is a Seventh-day Adventist nonprofit media ministry founded in 1974 that produces television broadcasts, Bible study guides, podcasts, and live evangelistic rallies targeting urban African American Christian communities across the US and internationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Ministry and Christian Media Broadcasting

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious Organizations (81311)

SIC

Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPABALAA

Christian Broadcasting (TV & Radio)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Broadcasting (TV & Radio)/Religious/Faith-Based Broadcasting

SECONDARYBPAGAJAE

Faith-Based Missions & Evangelism Organizations (Domestic & International)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

SECONDARYMPABAEAH

International Religious/Faith-Based Broadcasters

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Broadcasting (TV & Radio)/International Broadcasters (State/Public/Commercial)

SECONDARYMPABALAO

Religious Fundraising / Telethon & Ministry Support Channels

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Broadcasting (TV & Radio)/Religious/Faith-Based Broadcasting

Keywords

• Religious television broadcasting
• Christian media production
• Evangelism ministry services
• Christian publishing materials
• Faith-based event organization

Headquarters

HQ city

Wimborne Minster

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization relies heavily on donor support, seeking 4,000 donors monthly at $40 each to sustain television broadcasts and ministry operations.
2. Product Sales: Sale of books, Bible study guides, DVDs, and other Christian media products through the online store.
3. Event Registrations: Revenue from conference and event attendance fees, such as the Vision and Dreamers Conference at $150 per person.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Breath of Life Ministries produces and distributes Christ-centered, Bible-based television programming on major U.S. network affiliates (NBC, ABC), supplementary special broadcast programs (Easter/Christmas specials), a children's animated YouTube series, a podcast, and a portfolio of books and Bible study guides. The ministry also runs in-person evangelistic events such as the Hope Rally revivals and the Vision and Dreamers Conference, targeted primarily to African American audiences within the Seventh-day Adventist tradition.

Product overview

Breath of Life Ministries is a religious media ministry that operates as a unified platform for sharing the everlasting gospel of Jesus Christ. The core offering is the Breath of Life Television Broadcast, which airs Christ-centered, Bible-based programs on multiple television networks and apps nationwide. Supporting this core media ministry are Bible Study Guides (including Youth Bible Study Guides with 28 lessons) and Discover Bible Guides (26 lessons), which provide structured biblical education. The ministry produces special programs including The Promise (Christmas), The Rising (Easter), The Awakening, and A Living Hope. New in 2025 is Evie's Treehouse, an animated children's series for ages 3-8. The store offers over 25 publications including devotionals, evangelism guides, and health resources under the Help In Daily Living series. The Breathe Podcast and Exhale with BOL provide audio content, while events such as the annual Hope Rally revivals, Vision and Dreamers Conference, and Decision Day virtual conference extend the ministry's reach through in-person and online gatherings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Evie's Treehouse: Children's animated series designed for children ages 3-8, featuring Bible-based storytelling about faith, kindness, and confidence.
• Exhale with BOL
• Breathe Podcast
• Fresh Start Sundays
• Young Adult Rally

Products and services

• Breath of Life Television Broadcast Flagship Christ-centered, Bible-based television programming distributed on NBC and ABC affiliate stations across the United States, targeting African American audiences from a contemporary urban perspective within the Seventh-day Adventist tradition.
• Bible Study Guides Set of eight Bible study lessons covering biblical perspectives on sin, salvation, prayer, and Christ's return; sold at $2.99 per unit through the online store for individual study and group use.
• Discover Bible Guides Twenty-six lesson Bible study series helping readers understand the major themes of the Bible; available free of charge (one per person with promo code) for spiritual exploration and outreach.
• Evie's Treehouse Children's animated YouTube series for ages 3-8 featuring colorful animation and heartfelt, Bible-based storytelling about faith, kindness, and confidence.
• Breathe Podcast Audio podcast featuring sermons and inspirational Bible-based content from Breath of Life Ministries, distributed on-demand.
• Hope Rally Annual citywide evangelistic revival traveling to different cities (e.g., Hope Rally 2025 in St. Louis with 58 baptisms, Tampa Revival 2018 with 113 baptisms), featuring nightly messages, inspirational music, and family activities at host churches.
• Vision and Dreamers Conference Annual conference for entrepreneurs, leaders, and dreamers themed 'Excuseless,' drawing 150+ attendees from across the nation, with speakers including DeVon Franklin, Kelvin Wooten, and The Onyx Family.
• Young Adult Rally Event for young adults combining spiritual enrichment with entertainment, offered with an optional Disneyland ticket bundle; general admission priced at $150 per attendee.
• Decision Day Virtual conference for graduating high schoolers, college freshmen, and parents providing tools and guidance for college decision-making from a Christian perspective.
• A Living Hope (Easter Special) National Easter special aired on ABC affiliate stations across the United States featuring Pastor Debleaire Snell, CeCe Winans, Selah, and violinist Patrick Bogui.
• The Promise (Christmas Special) National Christmas special produced in association with the Interfaith Broadcasting Commission and aired on NBC affiliates on December 25, featuring Dr. Carlton P. Byrd, Fred Hammond, and Sandi Patty.
• Christian Publications and Bookstore Online store catalog of books, booklets, and devotionals including 'All the Way In,' 'Get UnRealistic,' 'The Desire of Ages,' 'How Can I Forgive?,' 'Almost Home,' 'The Ten Commandments Under Attack,' and 'ExcuseLess,' priced from $2 to $750 across titles.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80%+ of ABC affiliate stations nationwide broadcast their Easter special
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• Central States ConferencemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 June 2025Co-sponsored Hope Rally 2025 in St. Louis with Breath of Life Ministries, contributing to a unified evangelistic effort that resulted in 58 baptisms.
• St. Louis Area Ministries (SLAM)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Network of churches that came together in prayer, planning, and participation to host Hope Rally 2025 and reach the St. Louis area for Christ.
• Interfaith Broadcasting CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 April 2022Interfaith Broadcasting Commission partnered with Breath of Life Television Ministries to air Easter specials including 'A Living Hope' (2022) and 'The Awakening' on ABC affiliate stations across the nation, enabling wide-reaching broadcast of gospel programming.
• World Harvest Seventh-day Adventist Church (Houston)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 February 2021Distribution site for water relief donations collected by Oakwood University Church and Breath of Life Television Ministries during Texas winter storm disaster relief efforts.
• Southeastern Conference (SEC)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Partnership with SEC for Tampa Revival 2018, resulting in 113 baptisms and the planting of a new Adventist congregation as the 17th Breath of Life SDA Church.
• Oakwood University ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOakwood University Church is led by Pastor Debleaire Snell, who also serves as Speaker/Director of Breath of Life Ministries. The church serves as host venue for conferences and events, and co-presents major rallies like Hope Rally 2025.
• NBC and ABC Affiliate NetworkscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor television networks that broadcast Breath of Life programming, including Easter specials and Christmas programs, reaching 80%+ of US markets.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Daystar Television Network: Christian television network with national reach producing faith-based programming. Comparable as a multi-platform faith broadcaster, though broader and Pentecostal-leaning rather than SDA-focused.
• Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN): Largest Christian broadcast network in the US, offering similar televised gospel content but at much greater scale across multiple channels. A broader incumbent in the same faith-broadcasting category.
• Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN): Catholic faith broadcaster with global TV distribution, digital content, and donor-supported programming. Comparable in religious broadcast distribution and faith-based content monetization, though denominationally distinct.
• The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN): Established faith broadcaster with national TV, digital content, and donor fundraising. Comparable in Christian broadcast and donor-funded media model but operates at significantly greater scale.

Direct peers

• Three Angels Broadcasting Network (3ABN): Seventh-day Adventist-affiliated television network producing faith-based programming. Closest direct peer due to shared SDA denominational ties, broadcast distribution model, and evangelical mission.
• Hope Channel: Official TV network of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, broadcasting evangelistic content globally. Highly comparable in denominational positioning, broadcast distribution, and gospel-centered programming.
• Amazing Facts: Seventh-day Adventist evangelistic media ministry producing TV programs, Bible study guides, and hosting live events. Shares the same SDA denominational base, Bible-study product line, and donor-supported funding model.
• It Is Written: Seventh-day Adventist media ministry producing TV evangelistic content with global campaigns. Directly comparable in SDA affiliation, broadcast evangelism, and donor-funded media model.
• Adventist World Radio: Seventh-day Adventist broadcaster using radio and digital channels for global evangelism. Highly comparable in SDA mission, donor-funded broadcasting, and international evangelistic outreach.

Emerging players

• Pure Flix Entertainment: Christian-focused streaming platform producing and distributing faith-based films and series. Comparable in faith-based media distribution and Christian content monetization, but operates as a streaming-first model rather than broadcast.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/BreathofLifeTV
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@breathoflifetv
• Facebookfacebook.com/BreathofLifeTV
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/breath-of-life-faith-ministries

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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