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A Tax-Savvy Way To Give

As Christ-followers, we give to others to follow Christ’s example and to invest in His eternal Kingdom. We trust Jesus when he said, “It is better to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35).

While it should never be the reason why we give, a secondary benefit when we do, in America, is the tax savings it provides.

There are lots of ways to leverage your giving for tax savings, but perhaps none more fruitful than donating stocks.

Many of our partners are often surprised to hear that by donating stocks to Forward Edge, they can make a powerful impact while gaining some financial benefits.

Why stock giving is so beneficial

Whenever you cash out your appreciated stocks, you have to pay capital gains tax. However, if you donate some of them directly to Forward Edge, that full amount is eligible for a tax deduction, and you’re also now left with a smaller capital gains liability. This savvy technique allows you to give more and save in two ways on your taxes!

For some, giving stock can seem confusing and complicated. The good news is we have people ready to guide you through the process to make it much easier.

Contact our Controller, Tim Jones, for questions or to donate stock: timjones@forwardedge.org or (360) 558-5893.

If you’re planning on giving to Forward Edge again in the future, and you own stocks, I encourage you to check out this tax-savvy option. It’s a great way to reap secondary benefits while you continue blessing others in Jesus’ name.

Timothy Ainley

Tim is passionate about Jesus and people. As his wife says, he gives his heart with his handshake. He enjoys a full gambit of conversation from lighthearted fun, jokes and games to the deeper discussions about life, faith and purpose. As the CEO, Tim's deep love for Jesus, the global Church, and children fuels his passion for the mission of Forward Edge.

Bible Story

Whose Bible?

It started with a simple nudge—a last-minute feeling that I was forgetting something important. Rushing through the airport, I couldn’t shake the urge to buy a Bible. I didn’t know why, or who it was for, but I trusted the feeling. A week later, in a small village in Ghana, that Bible found its way into the hands of Talata, a girl who had never heard of Jesus. This is the story of how God’s quiet whispers and a small act of obedience became part of something much bigger than we could have imagined.

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Pikliz Recipe from Haiti

Pikliz is a spicy, tangy condiment made primarily from pickled cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, onions, and Scotch bonnet peppers, seasoned with vinegar and spices. It adds a burst of flavor to Haitian dishes, particularly fried foods like griot (fried pork) and fried plantains, yum! Pikliz is often made in large

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Living on Purpose

by Joseph Anfuso A well-known 19th-century philosopher once said: “He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.” So, what does that mean? It means that someone who’s found a purpose in life—a “why” to live for—can overcome any obstacle in his or her path. It means

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Overcoming Poverty One Family at a Time

In Zaachila, on the outskirts of Oaxaca City, Mexico, live many impoverished families who’ve traveled from distant areas in search of more opportunities and a better life…only to find themselves confronted with the same devastating and debilitating effects of poverty: hunger, joblessness, water-borne illness, lack of education, gang violence, drug

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Hawa's journey has taken a hopeful turn! 🌟 Aft

Hawa's journey has taken a hopeful turn! 🌟

After a difficult season of illness and finally a diagnosis, she is back in school—her energy renewed. With the right treatment and care, she’s experiencing a remarkable transformation.

Now, with a new bicycle to help her travel the four miles to school each day, she has the support she needs to continue her education. 🚲

This simple gift is more than just transportation—it’s a step toward a brighter future.

For 141 children in Kenya, a simple gift became an

For 141 children in Kenya, a simple gift became an unforgettable moment—new shoes. 👟

Thanks to the generosity of a few faithful partners, little feet stepped into fresh, well-fitting school shoes—many for the very first time.

More than comfort, these shoes are a message: You are seen. You are valued. You are loved.

Join us in thanking God for these incredible partners—and in praying that each child continues to walk forward in confidence, purpose, and hope.

In Ghana, moms are being empowered with knowledge

In Ghana, moms are being empowered with knowledge that can change lives. Our program directors recently hosted a nutrition education session—focused on healthy feeding practices for infants over six months.

They learned about age-appropriate milk intake, food diversification, and the importance of hygiene. And for families in need, baby food and formula were provided.

But it didn’t stop there.

The gospel was also shared—offering hope, encouragement, and the reminder that God sees and cares for every mother and child. This is holistic care in action—meeting physical and spiritual needs, one family at a time.

Alice once dreamed only of finishing high school a

Alice once dreamed only of finishing high school and helping her aunt in the family shop. She never imagined a future beyond that.

But through our sponsorship program—and the steady encouragement of mentors who believed in her—Alice’s story took a different turn.

She not only completed high school with outstanding results, but also earned a place at one of Uganda’s top Health Science Colleges to study clinical medicine and community health.

So if you’ve ever wondered whether child sponsorship really makes a difference… Alice is living proof that it does. 💛

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Transform a Child's Life Through Sponsorship

Ka wula (hello), my name is Haggar Aduko

Ghana
11 yrs. old

11-21-2013

Entered the program: March 2023

Haggar lives with her parents and three siblings in a two-bedroom house built with mud and a thatch roof. They have access to electricity and piped water into the village once every two weeks. The community has poor sanitation which poses a health hazard.

Haggar’s family is Christian. Her mother is a housewife and her father is a local security guard who earns less than $20 a month. He gets paid at the end of each month which makes it difficult to provide food for them throughout; some days they have to depend on help from other families. Most days, Haggar goes to school without food.