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The Foundation for Advocating Christian Truth, also known as Acts 17 Apologetics, is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization focused on Christian apologetics, particularly in critiquing Islam and promoting evangelical Christianity. Founded by David Wood and the late Nabeel Qureshi, the group produces videos, debates, and online content that challenge Islamic teachings from a Christian perspective, often highlighting perceived contradictions in the Quran and Muhammad's life. Their mission, as stated in IRS filings, is to spread the gospel of Christianity through voluntary participation in meetings, teachings, and discussions of Biblical principles. Operating primarily through digital media, the organization has gained a following among conservative Christian audiences but has faced significant criticism for promoting anti-Muslim rhetoric and producing anti-Islam videos. The foundation has been accused of Islamophobia by watchdog groups, with the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) identifying it as part of networks spreading anti-Muslim hate. Similarly, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has reported on their activities, condemning videos that allegedly incite prejudice against Muslims. Despite these controversies, the organization maintains a low-profile operation, filing IRS Form 990-N as a small nonprofit with revenues under $50,000 annually. It continues to produce content on platforms like YouTube, emphasizing conversion efforts and apologetics against other faiths, particularly Islam. Legally incorporated in New York in 2011, the foundation operates from the Bronx and relies on donations for funding. Its leaders, including David Wood, have backgrounds in philosophy and personal testimonies of conversion from atheism or Islam, which inform their outreach. While not directly involved in political lobbying, the group's ideological stance aligns with conservative Christian views on religious freedom and criticism of Islam.