As we give, we reflect the heart of God, demonstrating that His kingdom is more important than material things. Through faithful giving, we have an eternal impact across the world, helping more people hear the life-giving message of Jesus.
"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
WAYS TO GIVE CASH CONTRIBUTIONS
*SecureGive is Grace’s user-friendly giving platform! SecureGive saves our church thousands of dollars each year with lower card-processing rates and no increased costs over time. That’s because SecureGive, a company founded by a pastor, is dedicated to helping churches grow their ministries. All of the information that you provide is encrypted at multiple levels, making it very secure.
WAYS TO GIVE NON-CASH ASSETS
Options for Wise Generosity to Advance God’s Kingdom Now and in the Future through Legacy Giving
GCC is honored to assist you in leveraging the impact of your generosity through “tax-smart” gifts. Our goal is to educate and equip you to steward well the materials assets God has entrusted to you by providing training and resources to help you create an impactful legacy.
Stocks & Securities • Real Estate and Personal Property • Retirement Plans & IRAs • Life Insurance*
Bequests • Charitable Gift Annuity • Charitable Lead Trust • Charitable Remainder Trust •
Pooled Income Fund • Split Interest Gifts
Email: tdeatrick@graceinauburn.com to contact our Legacy Giving Team
AREAS TO GIVE
General Fund
Most of the cost of the operations and ministries of the church. These funds may be used for any purpose subject to budget approval by the congregation and management by church leaders.
Good Samaritan Fund
Provides timely, short-term material aid to those within the congregation in need as an expression of the care and compassion inherent in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Adoption Fund
Promotes adoption and foster care by providing financial help to families who are seeking to adopt or foster a child.
Scholarship Fund
Funds camp and activity scholarships for Grace Kids, Middle School, and High School students. Options are available to select either Grace Kids or Students.
Just Choose Hope
Funds content creation, distribution, and consultation services for the Just Choose Hope initiative to equip believers at Grace and to offer resources to other churches.
Reviving Hope
Funds digital ministry and outreach efforts in which the church produces and provides web, video, and written content to equip the church and reach the world with the message of Christ.
Short-Term Missions
Funds upcoming short-term missions trips and other related missions projects. Options are available to select various projects.
Missions
Provides timely, short-term material aid to those within the congregation in need as an expression of the care and compassion inherent in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
When considering future needs, the Elders have designated the following special projects as restricted funds. All contribution to these funds must be used for the fund.
Invest In Tomorrow Project #1:
Security Cameras Upgrade
We are pleased to announce that the fund for our new security camera system has been fully paid off! Thank you for your incredible generosity in making this possible. Because of your giving, our campus will now have upgraded cameras integrated with our alarm system, providing greater safety and peace of mind for everyone. We are truly grateful for your partnership in protecting our church family.
Total = $65,000 | PAID IN FULL
Invest In Tomorrow Project #2:
100 Wing Remodel
As the ministry of Grace Adults grows and Life Groups and Adult Ministry activities continue to flourish, a remodel of the 100 level classrooms becomes a very necessary next step. Remodeling these rooms will create environments that are relevant, warm, and welcoming for all groups who gather in them. Our goal is that these classroom spaces are a tool to inspire the GCC family to connect and grow in Christ together.
Total = $90,000 | Donations = $12,324 | REMAINING = $77,675
Invest In Tomorrow Project #3:
Outdoor LED Sign
Reaching the Auburn community for Jesus has been and will always be a priority. Replacing the outdated LED sign in the West church parking lot is essential to improving outreach efforts. The new technology will provide a more user-friendly content management system and will display clearer and crisper texts and images.
Total = $90,000 | Donations = $14,045 | REMAINING = $75,954
Other Ways to Give
Community Rewards
You can help Grace Community Church earn donations just by shopping with your Fred Meyer Rewards Card! Fred Meyer is donating $2.5 million per year to non-profits in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington, based on where their customers tell them to give. Here’s how the program works:
Sign up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to Grace Community Church at fredmeyer.com/communityrewards
You can search for us by our name or by our non-profit number: 90546.
Every time you shop and use your Rewards Card, you are helping Grace Community Church earn a donation!
You still earn your Rewards Points, Fuel Points, and Rebates, just as you do today.
If you do not have a Rewards Card, they are available at the Customer Service desk of any Fred Meyer store.