What does American Bible Society do?

American Bible Society (ABS) is a Christian nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1816, it aims to translate, publish, distribute, and promote the Bible worldwide without doctrinal commentary. As a member of the United Bible Societies, ABS is supported by over 80 Protestant denominations and has a mission to engage 100 million Americans with the Bible by 2025. ABS has a rich history of making the Bible accessible, starting with efforts to provide affordable Bibles in the early 19th century. It has produced various Bible translations, including the Good News Translation and the Contemporary English Version, and has distributed Bibles in local languages to underserved communities. The organization also focuses on accessibility, offering Braille Bibles and resources for engagement, literacy, and ministry. Through global partnerships, ABS continues to reach millions of people in the U.S. and around the world.