Ways to Give
You can be a part of mobilizing church leaders around the world by donating to One Challenge.
Ways of Mission Giving
When you are ready to give, you can choose the way most convenient for you. Here are a variety of options. Please contact us with any questions.
PERSONAL GIFT
With today’s simple giving tools, this allows supporters to send PERSONAL gifts to mission workers directly. You can use whatever method works best for you.
When Giving a Personal Gift:
You can use whatever method works best for you, including:
- Checks payable to mission worker (paper checks can still be sent through OC and deposited within a few days).
- PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or similar platforms to transfer money directly to your mission worker. Contact them for details.
NOTE: Personal gifts go directly to the mission worker for personal use. You will NOT receive a tax-deductible receipt.
LEGACY GIVING
Looking to leave a legacy through giving appreciated assets or giving through your will or estate planning? We want to provide some “layman friendly” information that can enable you to be a wise steward of what God has entrusted you with.
Looking to Give Appreciated Assets?
Appreciated assets include items such as:
- Public and Private Stocks
- Private Stock
- Mutual Funds
- Charitable Gift Annuities
- Real Estate Gifts
- Life Insurance Gifts
- Giving Business Assets
- IRA Gifts
- Donor Advised Funds
- Mineral Rights, Gold, Silver
- and more!
BY BANK ACCOUNT
Make your regular donation through an automatic bank transfer.
When Giving Through Your Bank Account:
- This is a safe way to contribute with minimal administrative processing for OC.
- Checking account transfers cost OC a 1% bank processing fee.
- Or set up other payment methods online, such as Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo.
BY CREDIT CARD or OTHER PAYMENT TYPES
Automated giving is one way to express an ongoing commitment which empowers mission workers in their jobs.
When Giving with Online Payments:
Online payment methods cost OC a bank processing fee. Please consider topping up your gift to cover the fee of the method that suits you best.
- Credit Card Donations – 3.25%
- Paypal, Venmo, Google, Apple Pay – 3%
- ACH Donations – 1%
You may change or cancel your donation at any time.
BY PHONE
We also offer transactions via phone. This is a safe and secure way to make an impact with OC.
When Ready to Give By Phone:
- Donate over the phone by calling 800.676.7837 or 719.592.9292
- Our office is open Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM MST.
BY MAIL
We do accept checks as a donation at OC.
*Please Note: We Do Not Accept Cash For Donations
When Ready to Give by Mail:
Mail Checks to:
One Challenge (OC International)
Attn: Donor Accounting
PO Box 36900
Colorado Springs, CO 80936
When you give a financial gift, you help generate ministry opportunities around the world, impact mission workers and their global work, and provide a means for the International Mobilization Center to function. We believe the gospel can and should reach the ends of the earth, and we would love to partner with you to make a global and lasting impact for Christ.
Highlighted Projects
We are able to assist regions where OC already has ministry members available. This ensures funds are disseminated accordingly as well as the collaboration and coordination with local churches and partners as they work to help recover and rebuild the lives of those affected.
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FAQS
Is there a way to set up automatic donations from my checking account?
Yes, you can set up a donation from your bank account using our new online giving form.
Please contact donorrelations@oci.org with any questions.
Do you charge a fee for credit card giving?
Online payment methods cost OC a bank processing fee.
Please consider topping up your donation to cover the fee of the method that suits you best.
Credit Card Donations – 3.25%
Paypal, Venmo, Google, Apple Pay – 3%
ACH Donations – 1%
Are donations tax deductible?
Contributions are received with the understanding that OC has complete discretion and control over the use of all donated funds. This is to ensure that your gift is fully tax-deductible under IRS rulings.
Do you want to send a personal gift to your mission worker?
With today’s simple giving tools, this allows supporters to send PERSONAL gifts to mission workers directly. You can use whatever method works best for you, including:
- Checks payable to mission worker (paper checks can still be sent through OC and deposited within a few days).
- PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or similar platforms to transfer money directly to your mission worker. Contact them for details.
NOTE: Personal gifts go directly to the mission worker for personal use. You will NOT receive a tax-deductible receipt.
Are you looking to leave a legacy gift?
When you choose One Challenge when planning your estate, you are sustaining our mission of advancing the kingdom of Christ for generations in nations around the world.
We want to provide some “layman friendly” information on giving appreciated assets and estate planning that can enable you to be a wise steward of what God has entrusted you with. Read more on legacy giving.
