HELP US TO CONTINUE 100+ YEARS OF MINISTRY!
At The Firs, our unique programs and sites thrive thanks to the support of volunteers and donors like you. Whether you can give some time or make a donation, every contribution is valued and deeply appreciated.
Join us in advancing our mission and making a difference today!
SUPPORT THE FIRS
WAYS TO GIVE
WHERE TO GIVE
General Fund
GIVING TO THE WHOLE ORGANIZATION
Gifts given to the General Fund go directly towards covering operational expenses of our organization. You can choose to give a one-time gift to the General Fund or you can give on a regular basis throughout the year.
Your support of the General Fund is crucial to The Firs, bolstering every facet of our ministry. Whether monthly, semi-annually, or annually, your contributions make a significant impact.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
At The Firs, we continuously strive to improve our facilities. Your contributions to our Capital Improvement Fund help us address vital projects like furnace replacements, roof repairs, and acquiring new equipment.
Your support makes a significant impact on enhancing our programs and ensuring a positive experience for all.
CAMPERSHIP Fund
KEEPING CAMP AFFORDABLE
At The Firs, we prioritize making camp accessible to all. We achieve this by relying on donations to our General Fund, which helps offset program expenses, and by accepting contributions to our Campership Fund.
This Campership Fund provides financial assistance to parents who cannot afford to send their children to camp. Your donations directly support sending deserving children to camp.
START THE CONVERSATION
We're eager to connect with you and answer any questions you many have about our programs. Simply fill out this form, and our Executive Director, Kelly Ellis, will arrange a meeting with you at your convenience.
The Firs is a member in good standing of the ECFA (Evangelical Council of Financial Accountability) and goes through a full audit every year.
In Support of The Firs
Since its inception, the ministries of The Firs have been supported and grown by the generous gifts of friends whose lives have been touched at one or more of our facilities and programs.
Today about 7% of our operating budget and nearly all of our capital or building projects are funded by regular gifts, pledges and donations. Each year hundreds of people give to our ministry as they believe the Lord is directing them.
While cash gifts are essential they are not the only way to give. Some folks make a bequest to The Firs in their estate plan or add The Firs as a life insurance policy beneficiary. Some name The Firs in their trust or may establish a gift annuity contract. Others give a gift of stocks, bonds, mutual funds or even tangible items such as property, land, automobiles or boats.
Electronic Funds Transfer
The Firs has in place a way for you to give through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Giving via EFT is an efficient and convenient way to support the ministry. It will save you time and money.
As a donor you will find giving via EFT will:
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Save you time by eliminating the need to write out checks
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Reduce the expense of mailing in donations
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Assure that your donation is received consistently
The Firs recommends giving via EFT because it helps to reduce administrative costs and provides consistent support for the ministry. Thank you for considering the EFT option as a way to partner with us in this manner.
If this is something you are interested in, please feel free to call our Finance Manager Krista Kok with questions or for more information:
360-733-6840 or 800-765-3477, ext. 230.