At Friends of the Great Commission, we know your work is vital in advancing God’s Kingdom. Whether you are dedicated to spreading the gospel, educating others, or alleviating poverty, we recognize at the core your desire to make a difference in the world.
Our role is to come alongside you, offering the charity administration expertise that allows you to focus fully on your calling. By partnering with us, you gain the freedom to direct your energy where it’s needed most—fulfilling the mission God has placed on your heart.
Your love for God is being expressed through your love for people; we understand that God is using you to help make a lasting impact on countless lives. We’re here to support you, managing the essential administrative tasks so you can continue to drive forward His Kingdom work.
Join us, and together, we can amplify your impact and ensure that your ministry thrives in its God-given mission. We are looking for people like you to join us in fulfilling our charitable mandates: the advancement of the Christian faith, the advancement of education, and the relief of poverty.
Ministry partners can access administrative resources such as:
• Donation processing and receipting
• Bookkeeping and accounting
• Processing salary
Donors can be assured that our work is done diligently and with integrity:
• Easy communication with our donations team via phone, email, or web chat
• Official tax receipts for qualified gifts
• Vetted ministry projects
• High value on financial integrity and transparency
When supporters believe in your ministry, they are eager to contribute, often through financial gifts. Maintaining these relationships and building donor confidence is crucial to ongoing support. At Friends of the Great Commission, our professional donations team ensures that every donation is processed efficiently, and donors receive the care and responsiveness they deserve.
Simple Project Search: Easily find your donation page with our intuitive search function.
Direct Communication: Reach our dedicated donations team via phone, email, or web chat whenever questions arise.
Official Tax Receipts: Donors receive official annual tax receipts for qualified gifts, enhancing their confidence in your ministry.
As a registered charitable organization, we handle the complexities of complying with IRS regulations, ensuring that every donation is processed with the highest standards. From meticulous record-keeping to staying updated on new requirements, we make sure your donors receive official receipts recognized by the IRS, maintaining the integrity of your ministry.
Expert Care: Our experienced staff manages donor relationships with professionalism and care.
Compliance and Accountability: We use industry-leading tools like Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge™ and Financial Edge™ for secure and accurate donation processing.
Flexible Giving Options: Donations are accepted in multiple forms, including Debit, Credit, Check, PayPal, Cryptocurrency, and Stock Options.
24/7 Reporting Access: Cloud-based software provides real-time access to revenue, expense, and donor reports, so you’re always in the know.
When you partner with us, you gain access to fundraising tools and expert guidance to help you navigate government requirements and maximize your impact.
Customized Donation Pages: Enhance your online presence with tailored donation pages.
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Engage supporters with customized peer-to-peer fundraising websites.
Insightful Reports and Lists: Access supporter reports and mailing lists to keep connected with your donors.
Managing the financial side of your ministry is essential but can be overwhelming and time-consuming. At Friends of the Great Commission, we understand the importance of operating with integrity and transparency. By partnering with us, you can free up valuable time and focus on your ministry while we handle the financial administration using best accounting practices rooted in biblical principles.
Finding Qualified Financial Experts: Hiring staff with charity bookkeeping expertise or finding qualified volunteers can be difficult and costly.
Outsourcing Pitfalls: Contracted bookkeepers or accounting services unfamiliar with charity-specific needs can lead to costly errors and compliance issues.
Time and Resource Constraints: Ministry leaders often lack the time or resources to manage complex financial processes effectively.
When you partner with riends of the Great Commission, you gain access to an experienced team specializing in charity bookkeeping and accounting, ensuring your finances are handled accurately and in line with best practices. (Services included differ between our Grant Account and Services Account)
Expert Support: Benefit from our team’s extensive experience without the disruptions that come from staffing changes, vacations, or relying on volunteers.
24/7 Financial Oversight: Access real-time financial reports through our cloud-based software, giving you full transparency whenever you need it.
Global Compliance: Our international wire transfers comply with IRS regulations, ensuring your funds are handled correctly and securely.
Let us handle the administrative burden so you can focus on what matters most—advancing your ministry and fulfilling God’s calling.
Our dedicated accounting team is committed to helping your ministry thrive. We provide salary processing to meet the needs of our ministry partners, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations while allowing you to focus on your ministry work.
Join us as a ministry partner and enjoy peace of mind knowing our team is dedicated to providing exceptional support, donor services, and effective tools while ensuring full compliance with Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requirements.
Top-Tier Specialists: Benefit from our work with leading finance and legal professionals to keep our processes effective and up-to-date.
Commitment to Integrity: We uphold financial transparency and integrity, honoring God and respecting those who support your ministry.
Expert Compliance: We collaborate with top charity law experts and nonprofit finance specialists to navigate IRS regulations and protect your ministry’s standing.
Partner with us to focus on your mission while we provide guidance and management of charity administration and financials with expertise and integrity.
Seamless Donation Processing: We handle all types of donations—checks, direct debit, credit cards, PayPal, Venmo, cryptocurrencies, and stocks.
Dedicated Donor Support: Our team is always ready to assist your donors with questions, changes, or issues, ensuring a smooth experience.
Real-Time Donor Insights: Gain transparent, real-time access to donor information and your account balance with our intuitive app and database.
Efficient Funds Transfer: Receive your funds at the best international rates with no transfer fees, thanks to our top-notch software and partnerships.
Custom Landing Page: We’ll create a secure, branded landing page for your ministry’s donations, easily integrated into your own website if needed.
Multiple Project Management: Organize your fundraising efforts with multiple project accounts, each dedicated to specific initiatives.
Nationwide Donor Access: Engage with donors across all 50 states, supported by our thorough annual compliance checks and registrations.
Global Reach: Expand your reach to Canadian donors with our expert assistance in setting up accounts with our Canadian team. Plus, our UK partnership means international donors from the UK can support your U.S. ministry effortlessly.
Affordable Rates: Benefit from competitive rates that reflect our commitment to providing cost-effective services as a not-for-profit organization.
Trusted Financial Standards: We uphold the highest financial standards set by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) and undergo annual independent audits by Capin Crouse.
IRS Compliance: Stay worry-free with our adherence to all IRS regulations.
Salary Solutions: We can process wages for both U.S. and international staff with 1099 self-employed contracts.
Expense Reimbursements: Get reimbursed for ministry-related expenses quickly and efficiently from your account.
Bill Payments: We handle U.S.-based ministry bills, ensuring your operational costs are covered.
Advance Funds (Optional): Access advance funds in 90-day increments, with receipts required to reconcile balances before additional funds are provided.
Join us and experience peace of mind knowing that your ministry is supported by experts committed to excellence and transparency.
Do you have questions or want more information about Friends of the Great Commission or our partners?
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Since 2014, Friends of the Great Commission has enabled ministry partners to thrive by providing charity admin expertise and guidance while promoting collaboration in fulfilling the Great Commission.
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