How will my donation be used?
You can designate gifts to a particular project or team member, or direct your gift to be used “where most needed.” Please see the giving options on our DONATE page. Funds designated “general” or “where most needed” are a vital part of the Lord’s provision for the work of SGI.
Can I earmark my donations for a certain person or project?
Yes, a list of active approved projects and/or team members can be found in the pull-down list on our donate page. To inquire about other designations, please email our office manager Kim Goddard (kgoddard@servantgroup.org) or call our offices at 615-832-2282.
Are gifts tax-deductible?
Yes, SGI is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by IRS regulations.
Will I get a receipt?
Yes, the SGI Home Office mails a tax-deductible receipt for most donations. Donations processed via bank draft and/or online will receive a year-end receipt each January.
How does SGI decide what projects to fund?
Our projects are built upon relationships, in particular long-term relationships we have with national believers serving in their communities and our teams working along side them. In concert with national believers, projects are selected and approved based upon potential for long-term impact, their ability to meet immediate felt needs, and long-term sustainability and viability.
How is SGI held accountable?
SGI is governed by a Board of Directors with 75+ years experience managing mission projects and teams. We undergo an independent audit each year, copies of which are available to any potential donor upon request.
Where does SGI get most of their funding?
About 55% of our support comes from individuals, 32% from churches, 8% from foundations, and 5% from other organizations and Christian-owned businesses. Almost all our funding comes from sources inside the U.S.
What percentage of my donation goes to fund overhead expenses?
Typically, 5% of each donation is allocated to help fund ministry overhead expenses.
How do I find out more about specific financial needs?
For more information regarding specific financial needs, please email our office manager Kim Goddard (kgoddard@servantgroup.org) or call our offices at 615-832-2282.
What will SGI do with my name and address information?
We will protect your privacy and will not share your name and address with any other organization or business. In addition to tax-deductible receipts, we will send you a copy of updates about our ministry from time to time via email or regular mail.
How can I update my donor information?
Please email our office manager Kim Goddard (kgoddard@servantgroup.org) or call 615-832-2282. If you donate online, you can update your donor information by going to the donate page and after clicking “Give Now” you can login using the “Sign In” link at the top right of the page.
Is SGI affiliated with any church or denomination?
SGI is a non-profit Christian agency supported by a wide variety of churches. We are not affiliated with any particular church or denomination.
Will SGI accept a matching gift from my company?
Yes, for more information please contact our office manager Kim Goddard (kgoddard@servantgroup.org) or call 615-832-2282.
Does SGI accept “gifts-in-kind?”
Gifts-in-kind (i.e., donated materials or special items) are welcome depending upon the need. Typically, we are not able to send material contributions overseas to Iraq, but we do accept donations for help with refugee work in Middle Tennessee. Per IRS regulations, receipts for gifts-in-kind will acknowledge the donation of items, but cannot establish a monetary value for donated items; that is the responsibility of the donor and/or their tax advisor.
Can SGI accept stock donations?
Yes, please contact our office administrator Robin Dillard at robin@servantgroup.org or 615-832-2282.