Week of Compassion
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Planned Giving & Donor Information

Week of Compassion operates as a ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and is covered under the denomination’s ​tax-exempt 501(c)(3) status. All charitable contributions in support of Week of Compassion should be directed to the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), EIN 35-6001649, with a clear designation for “Week of Compassion.” This information may be used for donor-advised funds, estate planning and bequests, trusts, and other charitable instruments. Week of Compassion is included under the General Assembly’s IRS Group Exemption, and all gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
​about Charitable Giving to Week of Compassion
Is Week of Compassion a 501(c)(3) organization?
Yes. Week of Compassion operates as a ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and is covered under the denomination’s IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status through the General Assembly’s group exemption.

What is the EIN (Employer Identification Number) for charitable gifts to Week of Compassion?
All contributions should use the EIN for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ): 35-6001649.
​Please designate all gifts for "Week of Compassion".


How do I make a gift to Week of Comapssion through my donor-advised fund (DAF)?
Week of Compassion is eligible to receive donor-advised fund distributions. Please direct the DAF sponsor to issue the grant to Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), EIN 35-6001649, with designation to Week of Compassion.

How can I make a gift to Week of Compassion through shares of stocks?
Gifts of stock are received and managed by our longtime trusted investment partners at the Christian Church Foundation. Using their simple Stock Securities Transfer form, CCF ensures the gift gets to Week of Compassion in a timely manner. Please contact us for more information.​

How do I include Week of Compassion in my will or estate plan?
Bequests and other planned gifts may be made to the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), EIN 35-6001649, with instructions that the gift be allocated to Week of Compassion. Your attorney or financial advisor may request this wording.

Are my contributions tax-deductible?
Yes. All gifts to Week of Compassion are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law, as the ministry is included under the General Assembly’s 501(c)(3) group exemption.

Where can I find official documentation of the church's nonprofit status?
Official IRS documentation, including the group exemption letter, is available upon request. Please contact Week of Compassion for assistance if your financial institution, attorney, or DAF sponsor requires verification.
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 Week of Compassion is the relief, refugee and development mission fund
​of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada.
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P.O. Box 1986, Indianapolis IN 46206
building address:
1099 N. Meridian, Ste 700, Indianapolis IN 46204
  • Home
  • About
    • Mission
    • Staff
    • History
    • Board of Stewards
    • From The Executive Director
  • Action
    • Domestic Disaster Response & Preparedness >
      • How To Prepare For A Disaster
    • International Disaster Response
    • Immigrant and Refugee Response
    • Sustainable Development
  • Stories
  • Resources
    • Special Offering >
      • Special Offering 2026
    • Media & Print
    • Worship & Liturgy
    • Logos
    • Special Offering Archive
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer >
      • Virtual Volunteers
      • Trainings
    • Invite Us to Your Church
  • Give
    • Ways to Give >
      • Circle of Compassion
      • Endowments
    • Planned Giving & Donor Information
  • Contact Us
  • Jobs
  • Opportunities