Be a part of something bigger through giving.
Because God gave first, our generosity becomes a joyful way to bless others and grow God’s Kingdom.
Live a give-first lifestyle. 🙏
A give-first lifestyle means choosing generosity as the starting point in every part of life: our finances, time, and relationships, trusting that God provides all we need.
Giving releases joy. 🌼
Giving releases joy – first in the giver, then in the recipient. Jesus taught that it's more blessed to give than receive, and Paul reinforces that generosity leads to a richer, more joyful life. But the joy doesn’t stop there. Recipients are blessed too, and their gratitude turns into praise to God. Giving starts with God, flows through us, and circles back to Him in thanksgiving. It’s a holy cycle of provision, generosity, and joy.
“He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.” – 2 Corinthians 9:10–11
We grow at the speed of our generosity. 💙
Where we invest reveals what we value. As we give together, our faith grows and God uses our church to bless others in powerful ways and grow his Kingdom.
Learn more about biblical giving.
Check out a message on giving and living generously.
Ways to Give
However you choose to give, thank you for being part of what God is doing through Gateway.
Give Online
Set up a one-time or recurring gift on Gateway’s online giving tool, Nucleus Giving.
Check & Cash
Check and cash gifts can be accepted by mail or in our offering boxes in the multipurpose room or lobby.
Make checks payable to “Gateway Community Church.”
Mailing address: 42350 Tall Cedars Parkway, South Riding, VA 20152
Stocks and Mutual Funds
Stocks and mutual funds held for over one year may be given to the church with the giver generally qualifying for a charitable deduction based on the market value of the stock as of the date of the gift. No capital gains tax is owed on the transaction.
If you would like to donate securities, contact your broker and request that they be transferred to:
Charles Schwab
DTC 0164
Account #1452-7732
Account Owner: Gateway Community Church
Please specify the number of shares and name of the security being transferred.
*Important* If you would like to receive a confirmation letter from Gateway about your donation, please email us at treasurer@gatewaychurch.org and specify the number of shares, and name of security being transferred.
Cryptocurrency
Gateway has partnered with Engiven to accept cryptocurrency gifts from a wide variety of cryptocurrencies.
Matching Gifts
Many organizations, including government offices, will match your gift to Gateway. Find out if your employer has a matching gift policy.
How Giving Works
I’ve never given before and the idea feels overwhelming.
Start small. Start with where you are. Begin with praying about one small step of faith you could take. Revisit our recent sermons (above) about giving.
Consider checking out Financial Peace University (FPU). FPU is a practical class about taking control of your finances, getting out of debt, planning for your future, and living so that you can give generously.
How does Gateway spend its money?
We want you to feel confident that Gateway faithfully stewards the money and resources it receives. We strive to be transparent, wise, and prayerful in operating our church finances. You should know that Gateway maintains strict confidentiality over giving.
Each year, an annual budget is prayerfully prepared and presented at a community meeting open to everyone. Members of Gateway vote to approve the budget. Because we live in community, we decide as a community how to spend our resources. Our budget includes expenses such as building operating costs, payroll expenses, and the costs of running ministries such as family ministries, Sunday gatherings, small groups, and local and international missions.
We deeply desire to steward our finances in a trustworthy way so that each person can focus on what God is calling him or her to give with confidence that it will be used wisely to further the kingdom of God.
What organizations or missionaries do you support?
Missions are a priority at Gateway. Big or small, we believe God calls us to serve those in need. We support a variety of missionaries and mission efforts, both local and international. To see a list of the people and organizations we support, please visit our missions page.
Are there fees involved with the online giving platform?
If you connect your bank account with Nucleus Giving, there is a $0.25 fee added to your gift.
Gifts made with a debit or credit card have a 1.9% fee. (You’ll see it added at the end as a “convenience fee.”) The platform passes on the giving costs to the giver so the church receives 100% of every gift.
Who can I talk to if I have questions on giving?
Gateway's stewardship team, made up of Gateway's Treasurer and members of the congregation, would be happy to answer any questions. You can contact them at stewardshipteam@gatewaychurch.org.
Let’s connect!
Interested in connecting with Gateway’s stewardship team? We’d love to hear from you!