Give at Grace Harbor Church
Your generosity helps people find hope in Jesus.
Here in our city and around the world. Whether it's your first gift or your hundredth, no gift is too small — it's the heart behind it that matters.
First time giving? Start here →Apple Pay · Google Pay · Card · Bank · Secure & encrypted · Email receipt
Change or cancel anytime.
Why we give
We give because God first gave to us.
Put God first
Giving the first part, not the leftovers, is how we say God comes first.
Proverbs 3:9
Give with joy
Generosity frees us from worry and reminds us God is our provider.
2 Corinthians 9:7
Invest in eternity
Every gift helps someone meet Jesus and find a home in His church.
Matthew 6:20–21
On tithing: the tithe (10%) is a goal to grow toward, not a bar to clear before you belong. If you're not there yet, that's okay — stewardship is the first step of generosity. Start where you are, with what you can. God isn't after an amount; He's after your heart, given freely and never under pressure (2 Cor. 9:7).
Where it goes · last year
Your giving, at work.
people attending each weekend
kids & students at camp
baptisms
sent to local & global partners
Campaigns & initiatives
Give where your heart is.
Campaign
Heart for the House
A once-a-year offering above the tithe for building and expansion.
$412K of $750K
Campaign
Kingdom Builders
A community of givers who commit to give beyond the tithe.
Learn more →Campaign
90-Day Giving Challenge
Try it for 90 days. If God isn't faithful, we'll give it back.
Learn more →Where your giving reaches
Local
Local church & community
Meeting needs in our church and the neighborhoods around it.
- · Weekend services and kids & students
- · Care fund for rent, groceries and bills
- · Serving local schools
Regional
Regional partners
Planting churches and backing ministries in our region.
- · New church plants in our region
- · Pregnancy resource centers
- · Food banks and recovery ministries
Global
Global missions
Sharing Jesus and meeting needs around the world.
- · Missionaries and global church partners
- · Fighting sex trafficking
- · Feeding and educating children
Stories
Generosity inspires generosity.
“We started with $20 a month. It changed how we see everything we have.”
“Giving first used to scare me. Now it's the most freeing thing I do.”
“Our gift sent kids to camp. One of them was baptized there.”
A word from our pastor
Before you give, hear this.
60–90 second video from your pastor goes here
A sample script to adapt
"First, I just want to say thank you. To those of you who give faithfully and sacrificially — because of you, the mission and vision of this church is happening. People are meeting Jesus, families are being restored, and our city is changing."
"And if you're thinking about giving for the first time, or you've got questions — can I just say, there's no pressure here. Every gift is handled with integrity, our finances are independently reviewed, and you can see exactly where it goes below."
"Wherever you are, I'd love to invite you to be part of what God is doing here. Thank you for considering it."
Keep it under 90 seconds, film it simply (a phone is fine), and speak to both groups: those who give, and those considering it.
Ways to give
However you give, every gift matters.
The everyday ways
Online
Card, bank, Apple Pay or Google Pay. One-time or recurring.
Text
Text GIVE to 55555 and follow the link.
App
Give and manage recurring gifts from our church app.
In person
Use the giving stations in the lobby or the offering during services.
Mail a check
100 Harbor Way, Springfield, ST 00000
Tap to give
Tap your card or phone at a kiosk in the lobby.
Ways most people don't know about
These can be the most generous gifts of all, and often save you money on taxes. Here's what each one means, in plain words.
Stocks & mutual funds
Give shares you've owned more than a year directly to the church. You usually skip the capital gains tax you'd pay if you sold them, and can deduct the full value.
Cryptocurrency
Give Bitcoin, Ethereum and other coins. Like stock, giving it directly often avoids capital gains tax.
Donor-advised funds (DAF)
A DAF is like a giving savings account. You put money in (and get the tax deduction now), then recommend gifts from it over time. Ask your provider (Fidelity Charitable, Schwab, etc.) to send a grant to us by name or Tax ID 00-0000000.
IRA charitable distribution
If you're 70½ or older, you can give straight from your IRA. It can count toward your required minimum distribution without adding to your taxable income.
Legacy giving
Name the church in your will, trust, life insurance or retirement account, so your generosity continues beyond your lifetime.
Employer & corporate matching
Many companies match employee gifts, sometimes dollar for dollar. Ask HR or check your benefits portal, and your gift can double.
Real estate & property
Land, homes, vehicles or other property can be given and often avoid capital gains tax. Talk with our finance team first.
Business & farm gifts
Business owners and farmers can give business interests, crops or livestock. These often carry extra tax advantages.
Not sure which is right for you? Email finance@graceharbor.church — we're happy to walk you through it. This isn't tax advice; check with your advisor.
Why this matters
Independently verified, so you can give with confidence.
GuideStar ↗
GuideStar (by Candid) is the largest public database of U.S. nonprofits. A church profile shares its mission, leaders and finances, and earns a Seal of Transparency (Bronze to Platinum) for how much it shares.
ECFA ↗
The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability accredits churches and ministries that meet strict standards: an independent board, yearly financial review or audit, and honest fundraising. Only members can show the ECFA seal.
Note for church leaders
If your church isn't on these yet, look into it. A free GuideStar profile takes an afternoon; ECFA accreditation takes longer but is the gold standard. Once you're listed, put the official seals here with links to your profiles. Replace these placeholder badges with your real seals.
Questions
Good questions, clear answers.
Will I get a receipt?+
Yes. Every online gift sends an email receipt right away, and year-end statements are emailed by January 31.
How do I change or cancel a recurring gift?+
Sign in to your giving account any time, or email our finance team and we'll help.
Is giving online secure?+
Payments are encrypted and processed by a trusted provider. We never store your card details.
Can I cover the processing fee?+
Yes, you can choose to add a small amount so 100% of your gift goes to ministry. Bank (ACH) gifts have the lowest fees.
What is a tithe?+
A tithe is giving the first 10% of income back to God. It's a goal to grow toward — if you're not there yet, start where you can. Every step matters.
I can't give much. Does it still matter?+
Yes. No gift is too small. It's not the amount, it's the heart behind the gift — given because you want to, never out of obligation.
Your next step
Wherever you are, take one step.
Start where you are
Any amount, given from the heart, is a real step of generosity. No gift is too small.
Consistent
Set up a monthly gift so your giving is planned, not leftover.
Grow toward the tithe
The tithe (10%) is a goal, not a gate. Pick a percentage and grow toward it over time.
Beyond
Give above the tithe: special offerings, assets, legacy.
Thank you for your generosity.
Because of you, people are finding hope, kids are growing in faith and our city is seeing the love of Jesus. We're grateful to build His church with you.
— Pastor Dan & the Grace Harbor Church team
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