HELP IN THE U.S.

  • Stock a backpack with food

    Stock a backpack with food

    More than 30 million children in the United States depend on federal school-meal programs to stay well-nourished and ready to learn. This gift helps children maintain the same level of nutrition over the weekend and when school is not in session. 

    $10
  • Feed 10 people at a soup kitchen

    Feed 10 people at a soup kitchen

    Whether people are looking for refuge from the streets or a little extra help to get by, a warm meal can go a long way. Your gifts help support soup kitchens across the country as they serve up meals to people in need.

    $20

  • One night of shelter for a vulnerable LGBTQIA+ youth

    Rejection by family and other hardships can drive LGBTQIA+ youth into homelessness and increase their risk of suicide. A safe place to stay while getting connected to resources can help vulnerable young people set themselves on a path of healing and stability.

    $50
  • Feed 50 people at a soup kitchen

    Feed 50 people at a soup kitchen

    Whether people are looking for refuge from the streets or a little extra help to get by, a warm meal can go a long way. Your gifts help support soup kitchens across the country as they serve up meals to people in need.

    $100
  • One week of tuition for one seminary course

    One week of tuition for one seminary course

    The future of this church relies on the next generation of leaders. Help future pastors and deacons throughout the ELCA say “yes” to God’s call to ministry by supporting and encouraging outstanding candidates for seminary.

    $150
  • Month's supply of necessities

    Month's supply of necessities for a disaster survivor

    Food, new clothes, bedding and toiletries can be a big help to a family struggling in the aftermath of a disaster, especially when they have no place to call home. This gift helps remind a family that they haven't been forgotten.

    $200
  • One week of shelter for a vulnerable LGBTQIA+ youth

    One week of shelter for a vulnerable LGBTQIA+ youth

    Rejection by family and other hardships can drive LGBTQIA+ youth into homelessness and increase their risk of suicide. A safe place to stay while getting connected to resources can help vulnerable young people set themselves on a path of healing and stability.

    $350
  • One semester of tuition for one seminary course

    One semester of tuition for one seminary course

    The future of this church relies on the next generation of leaders. Help future pastors and deacons throughout the ELCA say “yes” to God’s call to ministry by supporting and encouraging outstanding candidates for seminary.

    $2,500
    Make this a group gift ?
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  • Where needed most

    Where needed most

    Your unrestricted support will allow the ELCA to respond where and when needed most. With one gift, you have an opportunity to make a widespread impact, reaching far and wide to share God’s love.

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