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A look at giving as a fruit of thankfulness
“Give thanks to the Lord for He is good, His love endures forever.” - Galatians 5:22-25 November is a month of thankfulness, a time to be grateful for all we have and those we love. As we enter into this season, I want to take a moment…
Frequently asked questions from donors and friends of CCF
Are you new to CCF? Or maybe you’ve partnered with us for so long that the fine details are fuzzy. Either way, you may have questions! We’ve compiled a list of FAQs to help and guide you. As always, please feel free to contact our office directly by…
Sharing your giving journey.
When preparing for a dinner party or outing, there are three “taboo” topics: faith, finances and the federal government. As a Christian organization whose mission is to drive impactful giving in our community, we wholeheartedly disagree with the first two. If we’re not sharing our faith and the…
Taking a Biblical approach to giving
No matter your personal beliefs or reasons for giving, the Christian Community Foundation is here to support you. But our foundation is rooted in the concept of Biblical Stewardship – and this guides our decisions, recommendations and principles as a foundation. What is Biblical stewardship? Before we can…
Generosity during retirement
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. - 2 Corinthians 9:7 How old were you when the seeds of giving were sowed in your life? The first memory I have of…
The benefits of donating non-cash assets
At the Christian Community Foundation, we are here to help you start on the path toward generous giving by developing a plan that is right for you and your family. Donor-advised funds are a great way to give strategically, and they can be funded in a number of…
Giving locally versus giving globally
There are many ways to donate and make a difference around the world or in your backyard, but which is calling to you? Christ commands us to love each other and offer ourselves to those in need, whether they are in our community or across the world. “Above…
Finding the best fund for you
At the Christian Community Foundation, we have many ways for you to easily invest in the community. While traditional donor-advised funds are the most popular option, there are several options that might better suit your unique giving desires.
How can you help others give?
When you do good for others, it makes you feel good! When we feel good about something, we like to share it with those around us. Leading others to do good will not only make us feel good but will help others feel good too. How can you…
End-of-year giving – stop what you’re doing and plan ahead!
As the year-end approaches, gift giving is often at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Time and money is spent shopping for the perfect Christmas gifts for friends, family and loved ones. If you’re like many of us, mixed in with the holiday shopping deals are requests for support…