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15 Charitable Organizations Worth a Year End Gift

Check out the 15 Organizations I recommend for a Year End Gift/Donation.

Many leaders are looking for worthwhile organizations at the end of the year to make a charitable gift towards. This list can be helpufl! Be generous and partner with them to make an impact.

Convoy of Hope – Best in class in disaster response as well as feeding programs, with multiple programs globally focused on solving issues of hunger, and feeding children around the world. Partnering with local churches to provide disaster relief still in the Ukraine as well as Florida and other disasters in the US. 

charity: water – bringing clean drinking water to millions around the world. Scott Harrison and team have revolutionized the concept of a well run, artistically designed and powerfully delivered charitable organization. 

Alpha – an 11-week course that creates a space, online or in person, where people are excited to bring their friends for a conversation about faith, life and God, allowing those outside the church to ask questions about faith. 

OneHope - (SCRIPTURE for CHILDREN) God’s Word for every child. Providing children and youth around the world with relevant Gospel messages. Over 2 billion children globally have encountered God’s Word through local churches through One Hope. 

The Bible Project – a non profit ed-tech organization and animation studio that produces 100% free Bible videos, podcasts, blogs, classes and Bible resources to help make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere.

Young Life - been involved with Young Life since college. No one creates better experiences for teenagers and introduces the Gospel in such a compelling and loving way.

World Vision – a Christian humanitarians organization helping children, families and their communities overcome poverty and injustice. 

Operation Christmas Child - part of Samaritans Purse, an incredible ministry delivering boxes of joy to kids all over the world during Christmas time.

Compassion - sponsor a child. I sponsor several. I've seen their work up close in Rwanda and Ecuador and Guatemala. Your money is being stewarded well.

Help One Now – empowering families in developing countries through a business launch program, education and restorative care, using the combined gifts and talents of high capacity local leaders and entrepreneurs to end extreme poverty. 

IllumiNations - translating the Bible for all. One billion people still live in Bible poverty with access to the Scriptures in their language. Help provide all people access to God’s Word by 2033. 

International Justice Mission – (ANTI TRAFFICKING and SLAVERY) a leading global organization that protects people in poverty from violence. Working in 16 countries globally to combat trafficking and slavery and violence against women and children. 

OPEN DOORS US - (PERSECUTED CHURCH) supporting persecuted Christians worldwide. Originating with the work of Brother Andrew, Open Doors helps those in danger with training, relief, Bible distribution and support. 

YouVersion – primarily known for the Bible app, and now downloaded by over 600 million people. YouVersion was launched by LifeChurch and now helps hundreds of millions around the world engage with the Scriptures.

HOPE INTERNATIONAL – (MICROFINANCE) One of the leading microfinance Christian non profits in the world. HOPE International invests in the dreams of families in the world’s underserved communities. Providing microloans, savings services, and Biblically based training globally.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and UNITUS for their partnership.

UNITUS

(FOOTWEAR and APPAREL) Unitus is a faith-focused footwear and apparel company started by NBA player, Jonathan Isaac. Visit http://weareunitus.com. Unitus exists to help followers of Jesus honor God in their everyday life. The most recent shoe drop is the Fortra - a lifestyle running shoe featuring 1 Samuel 2:30 on the back. Choose your favorite shoes, workout gear or leisure wear. Makes a great Christmas present for friends and family. Check them out at http://weareunitus.com.  

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Please donate to the Hurricane Helene and Milton relief effort and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to devastation in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and North Carolina because of Hurricane Helene and Milton. And still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

NYT Best-Selling Author Mark Batterson talks Miracles, Leadership and Pastoring in DC + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with MARK BATTERSON on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 238. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

MARK BATTERSON is the lead pastor of National Community Church in DC, NYT best-selling author of 25 books, including his most recent A Million Little Miracles, and popular speaker. Mark is also the lead visionary of the Dream Collective, and of course helped start Ebenezer's Coffeehouse, one of the top coffee shops on Capital Hill. We discuss miracles, physics, leadership, pastoring in DC, the power of generational vision, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to CONVOY OF HOPE and UNITUS for their partnership on this episode.

UNITUS

(FOOTWEAR and APPAREL) Unitus is a faith-focused footwear and apparel company started by NBA player, Jonathan Isaac. Visit http://weareunitus.com. Unitus exists to help followers of Jesus honor God in their everyday life. The most recent shoe drop is the Fortra - a lifestyle running shoe featuring 1 Samuel 2:30 on the back. Choose your favorite shoes, workout gear or leisure wear. Makes a great Christmas present for friends and family. Check them out at http://weareunitus.com.  

CONVOY OF HOPE 

Please donate to the Hurricane Helene and Milton relief effort and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to devastation in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and North Carolina because of Hurricane Helene and Milton. And still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

Top Weekly Leadership Links

Why are we still talking about the return to office issue? – article in Fast Company

Interesting Travel Trends from Hilton

Scott Harrison on How Leaders Lead Podcast with David Novak  

charity: water – bringing clean drinking water to millions around the world. Scott Harrison and team have revolutionized the concept of a well run, artistically designed and powerfully delivered charitable organization. 

Core Values are Lame; Here’s Something Better – Core Behaviors – from Michael Girdley

Deepen Podcast with Pastor Joby Martin

Lakepointe Church Bonus episodes - with Josh Howerton and team

50 things learned in 2024 from Matt Rutherford

Key lessons from 10 important books on productivity

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Discover Your Primal Question with Executive Coach and Best-selling Author Mike Foster + Top Weekly Leadership Links

Check out my interview with MIKE FOSTER on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 236. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

MIKE FOSTER is an executive coach, speaker, host of the Fun Therapy Podcast, and author of the groundbreaking book The Seven Primal Questions. Find out your primal question by taking the FREE assessment here. Mike is a longtime friend, and has worked with hundreds of leaders, companies and teams to help them build healthy cultures and discover their primal question. We discuss my primal question, how to turn your primal question into your primal superpower, self awareness, his advice to leaders, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to KINSMEN JOURNAL and DIGITAL FAST 2025 for their partnership on this episode.

KINSMEN JOURNAL

Join in with the Kinsmen Community! Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Kinsmen Journal is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmen.org. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as follow and subscribe to the FREE podcast titled Faith, Fatherhood and Work with Peter Ostapko, Kinsmen publisher and founder. A perfect fit for men’s small group discussion. Again, visit http://kinsmen.org to subscribe for FREE to their Podcast and newsletter.

DIGITAL FAST 2025

Register now to participate in the first ever Digital Fast 2025 at http://digitalfast2025.com. A shared initiative among ARO, THINQ Media, and Church of the City in Franklin, TN and pastor Darren Whitehead. Your church can participate along with hundreds of other churches, starting in January 2025 or leading up to Easter 2025. A simple streamlined 28 day campaign and journey to decrease distraction and increase devotion. Disconnect from your always on smartphones and reconnect to the things that matter most. Join thousands in the first ever Church led Digital Fast. Join in now at http://digitalfast2025.com.

Top Weekly Leadership Links

Craig Groeschel Weekly Series on his leadership podcast for young aspiring leaders 

Next Up Podcast – from ThinQ Media and hosted by Grant Skeldon

Resurge Podcast – Josh Howerton and Josh McPherson

Never Lead Alone – new book from Keith Ferrazzi (author of Never Eat Alone)

The Martell Method Podcast – podcast from Dan Martell

Podcast Marketing Trends 2024

Still an Evangelical but rarely go to Church – recent article

A great communication skill Framework from a Stanford professor – the SIMPLE method – from Fast Company

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

November Top Ten Leadership List + Take Your Faith to Work with Regent Bank CEO and 94X Movement Founder Sean Kouplen

Check out my interview with SEAN KOUPLEN on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 235. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

SEAN KOUPLEN is founder and CEO of Regent Bank and also the 94X Movement. Sean is a best-selling author of multiple books, and also the host of the Kingdom Driven CEO Podcast, and an uber successful entrepreneur, investor and owner of multiple companies. Along with serving as Secretary of Commerce for the state of Oklahoma from 2019-2021. We talk leadership, integrating faith and work, how to run a company with Biblical principles, the power of prayer, building a movement, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to KINSMEN JOURNAL and DIGITAL FAST 2025 for their partnership on this episode.

KINSMEN JOURNAL

Join in with the Kinsmen Community! Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Kinsmen Journal is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmen.org. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as follow and subscribe to the FREE podcast titled Faith, Fatherhood and Work with Peter Ostapko, Kinsmen publisher and founder. A perfect fit for men’s small group discussion. Again, visit http://kinsmen.org to subscribe for FREE to their Podcast and newsletter.

DIGITAL FAST 2025

Register now to participate in the first ever Digital Fast 2025 at http://digitalfast2025.com. A shared initiative among ARO, THINQ Media, and Church of the City in Franklin, TN and pastor Darren Whitehead. Your church can participate along with hundreds of other churches, starting in January 2025 or leading up to Easter 2025. A simple streamlined 28 day campaign and journey to decrease distraction and increase devotion. Disconnect from your always on smartphones and reconnect to the things that matter most. Join thousands in the first ever Church led Digital Fast. Join in now at http://digitalfast2025.com.

November Top Ten Leadership List

 Events

Digital Fast 2025 – in January or spring of 2025

Passion Conference

Podcasts

Mature Me with Rich Wilkerson, Jr

 Founders

The Way I Heard it with Mike Rowe

Music

Sundays (Live at City Light Church) – 4 song EP from City Light Worship with Jabin Chavez

He Who is to Come – new song from Passion and Kristian Stanfill

Books

This is Strategy - Seth Godin

Revenge of the Tipping Point – Malcolm Gladwell

Articles

Why Gen Z workers are “Unbossing” – from INC

A Ranking of North American airports – from CNN

Tips on hiring Gen Z Workers

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.

Becoming a Top 50 Global Podcast on The Bible with Tara-Leigh Cobble, now over 400 Million Downloads of The Bible Recap and a Global Discipleship Movement

Check out my interview with Tara-Leigh Cobble on the H3 Leadership Podcast Episode 233. Listen in to the convo through Apple Podcasts or Spotify or on the Website.

TARA-LEIGH COBBLE is the founder of The Bible Recap Podcast and D-Group International. Now with over 400 million downloads, The Bible Recap Podcast and movement has grown into one of the most influential discipleship and scripture engagement communities in the world. Tara-Leigh is a speaker, Bible teacher and author of multiple books, including The Bible Recap and The God Shot. We talk leadership, how to finish well, growth and momentum of The Bible Recap, navigating friendships, and much more. Make sure to access the Show Notes at the H3 Leadership website.

Special thanks to KINSMEN JOURNAL and OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD for their partnership on this episode.

KINSMEN JOURNAL

Join in with the Kinsmen Community! Kinsmen and the Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Kinsmen Journal is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmen.org. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as follow and subscribe to the FREE podcast titled Faith, Fatherhood and Work with Peter Ostapko, Kinsmen publisher and founder. A perfect fit for men’s small group discussion. Again, visit http://kinsmen.org to subscribe for FREE to their Podcast and newsletter.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Join in on the Christmas shoebox campaign this fall! Operation Christmas Child has been reaching millions of children each year with the good news of Jesus Christ through simple shoebox gifts. Get involved at http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC. Even in the hardest to reach places of the world, churches are being planted and communities are transformed. You can pack a shoebox this year and reach a child with the good news of Jesus. National Collection Week is November 18-25. Build your shoebox and find everything you need to get started by visiting http://samaritanspurse.org/OCC.

You can also find additional interviews with Patrick Lencioni, Bob Goff, Adam Grant, Charles Duhigg, Andy Stanley, Coach PJ Fleck, Louie Giglio, Christine Caine, Kevin Kelly, NT Wright, Rick Warren, Michael Jr, Jon Gordon, Jessica Jackley, John Mark Comer, Scott Harrison, Lysa Terkeurst, and many more.