Frequently Asked Questions About Giving
How are you funded?
Campus Outreach relies on the faithful giving of thousands of individuals, churches, alumni, businesses and foundations who join us in reaching college students with the gospel.
Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes! We are a 501c-3 non-profit organization, so all gifts are tax deductible. For a gift to qualify for a tax deduction, the check must be written to Campus Outreach. In some situations, you may desire to give a personal gift to a staff person. However, if the check is written to that staff person, it is NOT tax-deductible.
How much support is each staff member required to raise?
Each Campus Outreach staff person is responsible to raise 100% of his/her salary. Each staff member has a need-based salary that is approved by his/her supervisor and the Campus Outreach Board.
Are staff paid the amount they raise?
No. If a staff person’s support goal is $3000/month, they do not receive $3000/month in pay. In each staff person’s support goal is included their salary, Social Security and Medicaid, Federal and state taxes, Medical, Dental, and Life insurance, $100/m admin fee, and a 10% buffer for their account.
Does any portion of my gift go towards administrative overhead?
Included in every staff person’s support goal is a $100/month that is contributed to a contingency fund. This fund exists primarily to assist our administrative staff with their support as immediate needs arise. Other than that $100 each month, the entire rest of each gift towards a staff person is contributed to their monthly support salary and benefits.
When do I get a receipt for my gift?
We always mail the monthly statements/receipts within the first week of each month. These statements show any gifts that we received before the end of the previous month. We send out quarterly and yearly statements 4 times a year.
Can I give electronically?
You can give gifts through an electronic funds transfer (EFT). EFT is a computerized system used by banks, organizations, and individuals to transfer funds directly from one bank account into another without the use of checks or other paper processes. With EFT you save time and money by not having to write checks, purchase stamps, or make trips to the post office. Click here to sign up for EFT.
How can I start giving to a staff person?
You can set up a new commitment through the web by clicking here or by contacting our office
Where Do I Send My Gift?
You can send gifts to our office at Campus Outreach Minneapolis ~ 720 13th Ave S ~ Minneapolis, MN 55415
Who Do I Make My Check Out To?
Please make your check out to Campus Outreach Minneapolis. Make sure to include the staff person's name in the memo line of all gifts.