Giving
Support the work of the church
A safe and easy way to invest in our ministries
You can support Church in the Valley by making a one-time contribution or by establishing a recurring contribution. Our online giving is securely processed through churchcenter.com.
To schedule a recurring gift, you will first need to create an account.
*We allow giving by credit card as a convenience, however we do not encourage anyone to incur debt and have to pay interest on gifts given to the church. In addition, “Checking Account” transfer is noted as preferred because credit card transactions reduce the impact of your gift by up to 3% through fees. Please consider the use of electronic funds transfer from your checking account, so that your entire gift goes to the church.
Benefits of Online Giving
There are several benefits to online giving for both you and Church in the Valley.
First fruits
In Proverbs 3:9 we are taught to honor the Lord with the “first fruits” of our labor. By scheduling a recurring contribution for the day you specify you can ensure that your first fruits are given back to God.
Simplicity
You will eliminate the confusion of remembering whether you gave as you intended and the hassle of sending in your offering checks when you are out of town.
Security
Online giving is more secure than giving cash or a check since electronic gifts can’t be lost or stolen.
No distractions
Helping Church in the Valley
Online contributions require less processing from our administrative staff since the information is logged and deposited automatically.
Common Questions
Is giving online safe and secure?
Do I pay any fees for giving online?
No. You will not pay any fees with an online gift.
Can I use a credit card?
While we allow the use of credit cards for tithes and offerings, we still strongly encourage the use of electronic funds transfer rather than credit card payment for two primary reasons:
- Although many pay off their credit cards each month, many also do not. We do not want to encourage someone to go into debt and pay interest on gifts given to the church.
- With electronic funds transfer from your checking account, your entire gift goes to the church. When using a credit card, as much as 3% of your gift can go to the credit card company.
What funds can I give to online?
General Fund: The operating expenses of Church in the Valley’s ministry comes out of this fund and 10% of this fund goes to Missions.
Designated Giving: Gifts to this fund can be designated for specific purposes.
What giving management system is used?
Church in the Valley uses Planning Center, which provides a secure system for managing online giving. Through our site at civalhambra.churchcenter.com, you’ll be able to set up recurring donations and view your previous giving history.
How do I create a username and password?
- Click “Log in” in the upper right corner dropdown menu to be directed to the account creation page.
- Enter your mobile phone number or e-mail address and click “Next”
- You will receive a six-digit verification code by text message or email. Enter the code.
- You will then be able to login to an existing account or create a new account.
- Once logged in, go to the “Donate” page to give a one-time gift or a recurring gift using your checking account or a credit card.
Can I give online without an account?
Yes. When you click on the Give Online button, you will see the option to give in the center of the webpage. This is a public gift option that does not require a username/password. Please be advised this option does not allow you to save your payment information. To set up a recurring gift and save your settinngs, you will need to create a login account.
How will I know that I set up my gift correctly?
Immediately after submitting your giving contribution, you will receive an e-mail verifying your gift.
When will contributions be withdrawn?
Giving contributions will be taken from your specified bank account within 48 business hours of the date you requested. This allows time for the contribution to be processed through both your bank and the church’s bank. If the date of your contribution falls on a weekend or a holiday, the transaction will be initiated on the next banking day.
Can I stop automatic payments later on if I need to?
Yes. You can edit your recurring payments by logging into your account and changing your recurring payment. You can also update your recurring gift by emailing us directly at .
Can I review my donation history online?
Yes. In fact, once your online account has been connected with your previous giving information, you will be able to view your complete giving history (including offline gifts) at any time.
Will I still receive contribution statements?
How can I learn more about financial stewardship?
The following resources are great places to start:
- God and Money by Crown Financial Ministries
- Seven Baby Steps to Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey
- Making Financial Decisions by Crown Financial Ministries
- Plans and Goals by Crown Financial Ministries
- The Truths About Budgeting by Dave Ramsey
- How to Control Your Spending by Crown Financial Ministries
- Common Errors and Expenses that Lead to Debt by Crown Financial Ministries
- Finding Financial Freedom by Crown Financial Ministries
If you have other questions, please feel free to contact us at .
