Ways to Give

The work and ministries of our congregation have impacts throughout our broader community as well as among our own members. We can and do change lives. Each of us has time, talent and treasure. Good works need our support and I invite you to consider thoughtfully how you can help. Discover how we are inspired to help others. Learn with us about caring for one another and the world around us.

David Dexter, Chair of Finance Committee

When you donate to FBCH, one hundred percent of the funds go directly to support our ministry—from gathering for worship and making music to doing justice and forming faith. Wondering what amount you might contribute? While every donation is appreciated, the Finance Committee has provided suggestions for weekly donations for you and your family to consider. 

Donating to the Ministries of First Baptist Church Halifax. You are encouraged to donate to the General Fund of the church which supports the critically important day-to-day ministries of First Baptist Church Halifax and undergirds all our activities. Any undesignated donation supports the General Fund Operating Budget. Thank-you for your support!

Denominational & Mission Related Donations. You may also wish to support related organizations or activities focussing on Baptist denominational work or social justice works in our community. There are two funds that do this. They are briefly described here:

Baptist Connections Fund. This fund currently supports 4 organizations in the proportions noted: Halifax Hospital Chaplaincy (30%); Canadian Baptist Ministries (30%); Halifax Regional United Baptist Association-Home Missions (10%); Acadia Divinity College-Taylor Center (30%).

Social Justice Fund. This fund currently supports 2 initiatives in the proportions noted: Refugee & Newcomers Committee (80%); Other Local Outreach (20%).

Special Donations or Bequests. You may wish to make a special donation in support of a specific ministry or you may wish to inquire about a bequest or legacy gift. Our Senior Minister or Chair of Finance can assist with these inquiries. Contact the Church office to connect with us.

 

Whether setting up a monthly contribution or making a one time gift, your giving is valued and sacred.

If you would like to set-up a Pre-authorized Debit, please complete this form and email to accounting@fbchalifax.ca

If you would like to make an e-transfer, send to accounting@fbchalifax.ca. Funds will be directly deposited to First Baptist Church Halifax. In the message box, please include your name for tax receipt purposes (we will not know who made the transfer unless you put your name in the message box). If your donation is for an offering or project other than the general budget, please also include that note in the message box.

You may also donate to FBCH by credit card through Canada Helps by completing the form below.

*Tax receipts will be provided in February of each year for those making a donation of $25 or more. Note that gifts made on-line will be issued a receipt by Canada Helps. Contact our Bookkeeper, Mary Banks, if you would like a set of envelopes to give offerings during Sunday morning worship or to set-up a Pre Authorized Offering Plan to have a monthly contribution automatically drafted from a designated bank account.

Each dollar donated to FBCH is important to the financial health of the church. I believe high priority should be given to regular donations to your church.

Garnett Colwell