National Christian Foundation

If you're attending Kingdom Advisors Redeeming Money 2025, we look forward to seeing you at NCF's showcase, “Understanding the next-gen perspective on wealth and giving,” and the breakout session, “5-4-3-2-1 ... Counting down to the TCJA sunset.” Be sure to stop by booth #9 to meet our team and enter to win one Apple Watch Series 10 for you and another for the client of your choice. We're excited to connect with you.

Several provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 are scheduled to expire at the end of 2025. Advisors, join us March 5, 3-4 p.m. ET, for "New year ... new administration ... new tax laws on the horizon," NCF's next Inside Giving webinar. In this webinar, we’ll discuss five imminent tax law changes, four practical implications for charitable giving, three key conversations to have with clients, two legacy-planning opportunities, and the one God who remains on his throne. To register, click on the link below. https://lnkd.in/gTtjvD4q

By 2048, an estimated $124 trillion will have passed from one generation to another, marking the largest wealth transfer in human history. As we monitored the data, we recognized that this unprecedented shift would have implications far beyond the numbers. We partnered with other organizations in the generosity space to conduct in-depth research exploring how this massive transfer might reshape the landscape of Christian charitable giving. We invite you to delve into our findings to discover the fascinating insights we uncovered about the future of generational wealth and giving. Click below to read more. https://lnkd.in/enW9zVTt

Join NCF next week at Kingdom Advisors' Redeeming Money 2025 to learn and connect with more than 2,500 Christian financial professionals. We look forward to meeting with you at these three key touchpoints during the conference: 1. Attend NCF’s showcase session, “Understanding the next-gen perspective on wealth and giving,” Thursday, February 20, 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. 2. Register for the breakout session, “5-4-3-2-1 ... Counting down to the TCJA sunset,” Thursday, February 20, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. 3. Visit us at booth 9 to explore how we can empower your practice and equip you to serve your clients well on the giving journey.

Generosity has been the guiding principle for John and Nia Davenport through every season of their marriage. In both scarcity and abundance, the Davenports have made giving the benchmark of their family, their business, and their lives. The result? An impact the couple never could have imagined. Learn more about how the Davenports let the Lord’s generosity flow through them to bring new life, new resources, and new hope to the people they serve. To read, click on the link below. Photo: Gospel Patrons https://lnkd.in/dUURjMfd

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 was a landmark reform designed to simplify taxes, lower rates, and stimulate economic growth. Some of its more prominent provisions are set to sunset at the end of this year unless Congress intervenes. Legislative changes can pose challenges and create opportunities as we seek to be wise stewards of what God has given us. Read the story below to find out how charitable giving could be impacted if some of the tax provisions expire. https://lnkd.in/ezhkfw4H

When NCF tallied the top cause our givers supported in 2024, the local church remained their #1. Through local congregations, church planting, evangelism, and more, givers equipped pastors and parishioners to build kingdom initiatives for drawing more hearts to Christ. Because of this consistent giving, congregations will continue to find their footing in the stability of Christ and the generosity of his people. Photo: Trinity Anglican Church

Every January, one of our most-read and shared stories is this list of creative ideas for generous people who want to learn new ways to become more creative, find more joy in their giving, and build even more generous moments into their lives. We hope you’ll enjoy this one! Read our story, “25 ways to be generous” by clicking on the link below. https://lnkd.in/e7eymw7f

With a brand-new year stretching out before you, now is a perfect time to pause and reflect on all that has been entrusted to you and how you can use it to glorify God in the days and weeks ahead. As you set your generosity goals for the year, consider all of the ways you can be generous – some of which may surprise you. Publicly traded stocks are one of the many ways you can maximize your giving and increase your impact on God’s kingdom. Read more in the article linked below by NCF’s Michael King in the Christian Post, and learn about the unique benefits of giving gifts of publicly traded stock. https://lnkd.in/e7eFDzsX

Wildfires have torn through more than 35,000 acres of Southern California’s coastal communities and canyons, causing the evacuation of at least 180,000 people and the loss of 10,000 homes and businesses. Damages are estimated to be near $150 billion, and it will take years for many residents to recover. Read the story below to learn how you can help. https://lnkd.in/d3VP9gsZ