Frequently Asked Questions

$40,000 Challenge
Gifts Matched Dollar-for-Dollar
Up to $40,000

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Cash gifts given in response to the Challenge will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $40,000. Challenge gifts will be used to help meet the increased demand of providing services to some of the most vulnerable people in the Ozarks through the nine agencies operated by the Council of Churches. The Council’s nine service agencies specialize in delivering basic human services to more than 100,000 people in the Ozarks each year.

Easy Giving Options (printable form)
Because the majority of our services depend upon donations and volunteer support, we invite you to join us in "doing together what can be done best together". By clicking the below "Donate" button, you will be automatically directed to Pay Pal's site. This site is completely secure to handle any currency values you wish to donate via the Internet. You may donate by credit card or through a PayPal Account.

Direct Deposit By EFT Makes Donating Easy!
The Council of Churches (CCO) offers direct deposit (by EFT Electronic Funds Transfer) as a quick, easy, time saving way of continuing your financial support to CCO on a monthly basis. You specify an amount to be transferred automatically from your checking or savings account into the CCO account each month.

Direct payments are authorized by you, in the amount you designate, by completing one short form that allows your bank to transfer a donation to CCO. You can change your contribution by simply notifying the bank in writing. Direct payments by EFT are dependable, flexible, convenient and easy. To take advantage of this, please contact us at 417.862.3586 and we will send you the authorization form.

Corporate Partnerships
Many businesses are committed to giving back to the community. Arrange for your business to invest in this community as a sponsor for an event or to donate a valuable item for auction. Your donation is tax deductable. You can get your employees involved as well by letting them volunteer at one of the operating agencies and receive pay for the day or by donating food or cash for a casual dress day.

Planned Giving Options Through

The Foundation
of the Council of Churches

Linda's Flowers Community Partner Program

Mention the Council of Churches when you order from Linda's and they will donate 10% of your order total to us! To order flowers online go to TheFlowerWeb.com (mention the Council in the comment section) or call 417.883.6861.

Matched Employee Giving
Business owners frequently match funds their employees donate to non-profit agencies. Check with your employer about running a matching campaign in your office to invest in the quality of life for people in our community.

Memorials and Tributes
This allows you to recognize a family member, friend or colleague while making a gift to the Council.

In-kind Contributions
Defined as resources other than cash. Examples are: items for silent auctions, products, door prizes, construction materials, food for events, office equipment, computers, etc.

Matthew Fellowship Club
All persons who make cash and in-kind gifts to the Council will be enrolled permanently as donors in the Matthew Fellowship. The club honors all who share in the Council's mission of care and concern for those in need in the Ozarks.

Thank You
for your generosity and
trust in the Council of Churches

Charitable Accountability Policy:

The Council of Churches is a nonprofit, 501C3 organization. All gifts are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by Federal and state income tax laws. Our policy is to apply all gifts as the donor designates. All personal information will only be used or disclosed for the purpose for which it was collected except with the consent of the individual or as required by law. The Council of Churches’ annual reports and audit, in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United State of America (GAAS) and performed by an independent certified public accounting firm, are available upon request.

Council of Churches of the Ozarks "Delivering compassionate service in Christ's name for 40 years"

$40,000 Challenge Gifts Matched Dollar-for-Dollar Up to $40,000

Council of Churches of the Ozarks
"Delivering compassionate service in Christ's name for 40 years"

$40,000 Challenge
Gifts Matched Dollar-for-Dollar
Up to $40,000