CBE'S Philosophy of Fundraising
If you are 70.5 years of age or older you can rollover up to $100,000 in 2007 from your IRA account to a charity like CBE. There are certain tax advantages for many taxpayers. Contact your professional advisors for more details. Christians for Biblical Equality relies on the financial support of people like you to continue its vital ministry.

How can I make my life count for more?

Giving is one of the highest realizations of personal commitment to Christ. Faithful stewardship is an end result of a dedicated life. As we invite people to give to CBE, we desire to minister to them as well as the cause of Christ.

We view our fund raising activity through the words of the Apostle Paul to Timothy:

Warn those who are rich in this world's goods that they are not to look down on other people; and not to set their hopes on money, which is untrustworthy, but on God who, out of his riches, gives us all that we need for our happiness. Tell them that they are to do good, and be rich in good works, to be generous and willing to share- this is the way they can save up a good capital sum for the future if they want to make sure of the only life that is real.
I Timothy 6:17-19 (JB)

Paul reminds us we are not simply fund-raisers. We are ministers who assist people in one of the most essential Christian responsibilities- that of personal stewardship. We do not go out to get money; we go out to help them give money. We are giving them the opportunity to make a commitment to communicate the biblical truth that men and women are equally responsible to use their God-given gifts to further Christ's kingdom.

Practical guidelines to apply this philosophy:

1. We believe there is a strong biblical basis for stewardship. We will refer to scripture in making appeals, when appropriate. We will also illustrate how CBE's message changes lives.

2. We must be sincerely interested in our donors with a desire to meet their needs. Stewardship involves challenge, but not pressure or unethical appeals. Our task is to present the opportunity. How they respond is between them and God.

3. The need for funds will be clearly and honestly presented. We will never resort to dishonorable methods of fund-raising.

4. A compelling case for support will be made as gifts are solicited. We will not rely on manipulation or guilt as a motivator.

5. Because all contributions come from those who trust us, we are obligated to spend that money conservatively and wisely. We will conduct all of our activity in the most economical way possible.

6. All donations will be handled immediately, with receipts going out within three to five working days. These receipts will be personalized as a practice of mutual ministry and relationship building.

7. Money received for a particular project will go directly for that project. Should any project become over funded, the donor will be invited to apply the gift to another project or to have it returned.

8. We will not sell or distribute the list of donors.

9. A complete current audit and Form 990 will always be available upon request.

10. We will conform to the standards established by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability.

*CBE is an exempt organization as described in IRC Sec. 501(c)3 and as such, donations may qualify as charitable contributions where allowed by law. CBE is a member of The National Association of Evangelicals and Evangelicals for Financial Accountability.*