Barnabas Foundation Blog

Q: What kinds of gifts can I give in exchange for life income payments? A: Surprisingly, there are a variety of gifts you can give in exchange for payments for life – everything from cash, publicly traded appreciated stock, real estate that has grown in value, farm machinery that is paid for and depreciated, and commodities such as grains, fruits or even livestock.

The Simple, Timely Solution for Tom and Dee “Every day that we wait means money is not being used for its purpose.” This urgency voiced by Tom characterizes the giving approach of he and his wife, Dee. “We’re giving money to things that promote Jesus Christ,” reflects Tom.

One of the amazing things about marriage is how God pairs very different people with different ideas together. This is both a strength and a challenge! This is especially true in estate planning.

The Ongoing Impact of Rich and Ann For Rich and Ann, giving generously wasn’t about fulfilling obligations. Instead, their whole lifestyle was one of generosity. Sharing meals with church visitors at their home.

Two years from now, stop by Pease, Minnesota for birthday cake – lots of it. In 2020, the members of Pease Christian Reformed Church (CRC) will be celebrating their church’s 125th anniversary. Established in 1895 by Dutch settlers, members have ministered in the community for a century and a quarter.

Empowering Practical Transformation Through the Stewards Fund Paying airfare for community development facilitators to train local leaders in Madagascar. Providing a salary supplement for a national community development coordinator in Kenya. Translating a community training manual into French.

How the Stewards Fund Enables Heartfelt Generosity For Matt and Jen, generous living isn’t done from a distance. Instead, they aim for front row seats. “Most of the people we support are very personal to us. We’ve met them, hugged them and have seen their ministry,” says Jen.

Q. Why should I consider leaving a gift in my will? A. Your will (or trust) is your final act of stewardship and care. Through it, you can take care of your loved ones, model a legacy of generosity and ensure your favorite ministries continue to make a difference well beyond your lifetime.