Gifts & Giving

There are many ways to exercise our generosity; for those who are able to do so through long term gifts, Jesus poses a critical question: Jesus reminds us that our possessions are not ours forever; one day they will pass to others.  Sometimes this is called “The Parable of the Rich Fool,” but its message is universal. The question it should bring up in all of us is not “How much should I give?” but “How much do I want to keep?” and “For how long should I keep  it?” 
These things you have prepared, whose shall they be?
from Jesus’ parable recorded in Luke 12:16-21
Most Christians find joy and excitement in supporting the mission and ministry of Christ through the church. Many Christians are elated to discover that their generosity can grow until their last breath, and even beyond.                                      

Here are a number of ways you can practice generosity and share from your accumulated resources, and remember - it's tax deductible! This information will guide you, or at least stimulate your thinking, in how you can put what God has given you at God’s ongoing service, continuing God’s cycle of grace.  Here, too are trustworthy people with whom you may talk and dream. As you search, may Jesus' question inspire and challenge you: "these things you have prepared, whose shall they be?"   
Operating
The Operating Fund supports the general operations of the church.

Per Capita
This is an annual assessment per member what we (VPC) pay to Presbytery to support the missions of the PCUSA.  The 2018 Assessment is $39.00 per member.
Gifts and Memorials
Gifts given in memory of individuals are used by the Gifts and Memorial Committee for approved capital expenditures.  These gifts are reported to the committee and the survivors for acknowledgement.
Food Bank
These donations are passed directly to the two supported community food banks.  You can read more about them on the Mission pages.
Local Mission
These donations are allocated by the Mission Committee, based on need, to the various missions supported by VPC.  You can read more about all of our missions on the Mission pages.
Choir
Donations to the choir are placed in the Music Fund to support Choir activities.  
Pike Endowment
The Pike Endowment was established by the session in 2013 to build a source for ongoing support for an associate pastor for pastoral care.  The Endowment Committee acknowledges all gifts.  You can read more about it on the Pike Endowment page.
VPC Foundation
The Valley Presbyterian Foundation was established to produce income that will assist in major capital expenditures as needed to maintain and preserve the VPC facility.  You can read more about this on the Foundation page.
Please use the link below to go to a site which will provide detailed information about the various options for giving.
We now have the ability to donate right here from our website!  Click on the button below begin.