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COMPA Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

08/16/2010

DENVER, CO – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of COMPA Ministries of Denver, CO.

ECFA President Named to NonProfit Magazine’s Power & Influence Top 50 Executives

08/09/2010

WINCHESTER, Va. – Dan Busby, president of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA), has been named to The 2010 NPT Power & Influence Top 50, “The NonProfit Times” has announced.

Pastors to Prisoners Becomes an ECFA Member

08/09/2010

CHULA VISTA, CA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Pastors to Prisoners of Chula Vista, CA.

Alpha Pregnancy Center Becomes an ECFA Member

08/09/2010

REISTERSTOWN, MD – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Alpha Pregnancy Center of Reisterstown, MD.

Children's Hunger Fund Foundation Becomes an ECFA Member

08/06/2010

PACOIMA, CA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Children’s Hunger Fund Foundation of Pacoima, CA.

Reformed Youth Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

08/04/2010

COOKEVILLE, TN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Reformed Youth Ministries of Cookeville, TN.

A Woman's Place Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

08/03/2010

TAMPA, FL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of A Woman’s Place Ministries of Tampa, FL.

TellASIA Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

08/03/2010

ARVADA, CO – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of TellASIA of Arvada, CO.

Christ Community Church of St. Charles Becomes an ECFA Member

08/02/2010

ST. CHARLES, IL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Christ Community Church of St. Charles of St. Charles, IL.

First Baptist Church Hattisburg Becomes an ECFA Member

08/02/2010

HATTIESBURG, MS – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of First Baptist Church Hattiesburg of Hattiesburg, MS.

African Children's Mission Becomes an ECFA Member

08/02/2010

BIRMINGHAM, AL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of African Children’s Mission of Birmingham, AL.

New England Bible College Becomes an ECFA Member

07/30/2010

SOUTH PORTLAND, ME – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of New England Bible College of South Portland, ME.

Choice Books of Northern Virginia Becomes an ECFA Member

07/29/2010

BRISTOW, VA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Choice Books of Northern Virginia of Bristow, VA.

ECFA Volunteer Rental Scam

07/16/2010

ECFA has been notified that there are individuals purporting to be ECFA volunteers in Africa, who have a house that they need to rent. ECFA does not have any such volunteers. Consumers should be aware that this is a scam and report this to their law enforcement authorities.

The Master's Academy of Central Florida Becomes an ECFA Member

06/17/2010

OVIEDO, FL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of The Master’s Academy of Central Florida of Oviedo, FL.

Illinois Bible Institute Becomes an ECFA Member

06/17/2010

CARLINVILLE, IL –The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Family Friendly Radio also known as Illinois Bible Institute and New Life Media of Carlinville, IL.

The Living Vine Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

SAVANNAH, GA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of The Living Vine of Savannah, GA.

Living Hope International Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

FORT WASHINGTON, PA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Living Hope International of Fort Washington, PA.

Kidmia Foundation Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

FORT WORTH, TX – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Kidmia Foundation of Fort Worth, TX.

International Network of Children's Ministry Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

CASTLE ROCK, CO – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of International Network of Children’s Ministry of Castle Rock, CO.

Church of God International Offices Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

CLEVELAND, TN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Church of God International Offices of Cleveland, TN.

Alpha USA Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

BANNOCKBURN, IL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Alpha USA of Bannockburn, IL.

ABWE Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

HARRISBURG, PA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of ABWE Ministries of Harrisburg, PA.

ABWE Foundation Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

HARRISBURG, PA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of ABWE Foundation of Harrisburg, PA.

360 Church Becomes an ECFA Member

06/07/2010

ORLANDO, FL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of 360 Church of Orlando, FL.

The Village Church Becomes an ECFA Member

06/04/2010

FLOWER MOUND, TX – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of The Village Church of Flower Mound, TX.

Port City Community Church Becomes an ECFA Member

06/04/2010

WILMINGTON, NC – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Port City Community Church of Wilmington, NC.

Medical Strategic Network Becomes an ECFA Member

06/04/2010

REDLANDS, CA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Medical Strategic Network of Redlands, CA.

Christian Activity Center Becomes an ECFA Member

06/04/2010

EAST ST. LOUS, IL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Christian Activity Center of East St. Louis.

World Compassion Terry Law Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

05/27/2010

TULSA, OK – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of World Compassion Terry Law Ministries of Tulsa, OK.

New Life Church Becomes an ECFA Member

05/27/2010

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of New Life Church of Colorado Springs, CO.

God's Children Adoption Agency Becomes an ECFA Member

05/27/2010

FERGUS FALLS, MN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of God’s Children Adoption Agency of Fergus Falls, MN.

Faith Farm Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

05/27/2010

BOYNTON BEACH, FL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Faith Farm Ministries of Boynton Beach, FL.

Calvary Chapel Chattanooga Becomes an ECFA Member

05/27/2010

CHATTANOOGA, TN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Calvary Chapel Chattanooga of Chattanooga, TN.

Preagnancy Care Center of Tiftarea Becomes an ECFA Member

05/26/2010

TIFTON, GA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Pregnancy Care Center of Tiftarea of Tifton, GA.

Bread of Life Mission Becomes an ECFA Member

05/26/2010

SEATTLE, WA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Bread of Life Mission of Seattle, WA.

Belhaven University Becomes an ECFA Member

05/26/2010

JACKSON, MS – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Belhaven University of Jackson, MS.

The Potter's House Becomes an ECFA Member

05/25/2010

WYOMING, MI – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of The Potter’s House of Wyoming, MI.

Siloam Family Health Center Becomes an ECFA Member

05/25/2010

NASHVILLE, TN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Siloam Family Health Center of Nashville, TN.

Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

05/25/2010

LENEXA, KS – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Nazarene Compassionate Ministries of Lenexa, KS.

Friends of Children Everywhere Becomes an ECFA Member

05/25/2010

KOKOMO, IN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Friends of Children Everywhere of Kokomo, IN.

Conexion 10/40 Becomes an ECFA Member

05/25/2010

DULUTH, GA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Conexion 10/40 of Duluth, GA.

True Live Choice Becomes an ECFA Member

05/21/2010

ORLANDO, FL– The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of True Life Choice of Orlando, FL.

New Horizons of Southwest Florida Becomes an ECFA Member

05/21/2010

NAPLES, FL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of New Horizons of Southwest Florida of Naples, FL.

Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic Becomes an ECFA Member

05/21/2010

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic of Indianapolis, IN

Concepts of Truth Becomes an ECFA Member

05/21/2010

WYNNE, AR – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Concepts of Truth, of Wynne, AR.

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary Becomes an ECFA Member

05/20/2010

KANSAS CITY, MO – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary of Kansas City, MO.

ECFA Workshop Offers Key Resources to Improve Standards for Ministries, Churches

04/27/2010

The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) will present “Reaching Higher: Encouraging Church and Parachurch Ministries to Higher Standards in Governance, Finances and Fundraising” 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. May 4 at Woodmen Valley Chapel, 290 East Woodmen Rd., Colorado Springs.

The day-long workshop features presentations from ECFA executive staff, prominent ministry experts and area professionals on a variety of topics, including staying on mission in a changing economy, principles of encouraging generous giving, hot issues for churches and mission ministries and how to avoid running afoul of political activity issues with respect to 2010 elections.

Mission of Hope Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

04/05/2010

MOBILE, AL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Mission of Hope Ministries of Mobile, AL.

Indigenous People's Technology and Education Center Becomes an ECFA Member

04/05/2010

DUNNELLON, FL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Indigenous People’s Technology and Education Center of Dunnellon, FL.

Go Ye Fellowship Becomes an ECFA Member

04/05/2010

PASADENA, CA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Go Ye Fellowship of Pasadena, CA.

Abba's House Becomes an ECFA Member

04/05/2010

HIXSON, TN – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Abba’s House of Hixson, TN.

Orphan Outreach Becomes an ECFA Member

03/12/2010

PLANO, TX – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Orphan Outreach of Plano, TX.

Lake Geneva Foundation Becomes an ECFA Member

03/12/2010

Lake Geneva, WI – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Lake Geneva Foundation of Lake Geneva, WI.

John Ed Mathison Leadership Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

03/12/2010

Montgomery, AL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of John Ed Mathison Leadership Ministries of Montgomery, AL.

C.S. Lewis Institute Becomes an ECFA Member

03/12/2010

SPRINGFIELD, VA – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of C.S. Lewis Institute of Springfield, VA.

Haiti Earthquake Disaster - Members Respond

01/13/2010

WINCHESTER, VA -- In response to the worst earthquake to hit Haiti in more than 200 years, the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) has created a banner and link on its homepage for donors so they can connect with its member organizations already assisting or poised to assist in massive relief efforts.

Tiny Hands International Becomes an ECFA Member

01/07/2010

LINCOLN, NE – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Tiny Hands International of Lincoln, NE.

Mosaic Pregnancy and Health Centers Becomes an ECFA Member

01/07/2010

GRANITE CITY, IL – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Mosaic Pregnancy and Health Centers of Granite City, IL.

West Dallas Initiative Becomes an ECFA Member

01/05/2010

DALLAS, TX – ECFA announced today the accreditation of West Dallas Initiative of Dallas, TX.

Pilgrim Becomes an ECFA Member

01/05/2010

SEATTLE, WA – ECFA announced today the accreditation of Pilgrim of Seattle, WA.

Christ's Body Becomes an ECFA Member

01/05/2010

DENVER, CO – ECFA announced today the accreditation of Christ’s Body of Denver, CO

Belton Christian Youth Center Becomes an ECFA Member

01/05/2010

BELTON, TX – ECFA announced today the accreditation of Belton Christian Youth Center of Belton, TX.

Potter's House Association International Becomes an ECFA Member

01/04/2010

PEWAUKEE, WI – ECFA announced today the accreditation of Potter’s House Association International of Pewaukee, WI.

Monadnock Christian Conference Becomes an ECFA Member

01/04/2010

JAFFREY, NH. – ECFA announced today the accreditation of Monadnock Christian Conference Center of Jaffrey, NH.

Mentoring Men for the Master Becomes an ECFA Member

01/04/2010

WILMINGTON, NC – ECFA announced today the accreditation of Mentoring Men for the Master International of Wilmington, NC.

Gospel Outbound Becomes an ECFA Member

01/04/2010

MILLVILLE, NJ – ECFA announced today the accreditation of Gospel Outbound of Millville, NJ.

Time of Grace Ministry Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Time of Grace Ministry of Milwaukee, WI.

Sweet Sleep Becomes an ECFA member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Sweet Sleep of Brentwood, TN.

Seek Partners International Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Seek Partners International of Fort Worth, TX

Rice Bowls Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Rice Bowls of Spartanburg, SC.

New Hope Diamond Head Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of New Hope Diamond Head of Honolulu, HI.

KidZ At Heart International Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of KidZ At Heart International of Mesa, AZ.

Hands and Feet Project Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Hands and Feet Project of Franklin, TN.

Grad Resources Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Grad Resources of Plano, TX.

Global Frontier Missions Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Global Frontier Missions of Goochland, VA.

Forgotten Children International Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Forgotten Children International of Bluffton, IN.

Ebenezer Emergency Fund USA Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Ebenezer Emergency Fund USA of Lancaster, NY.

Alpha Relief Becomes an ECFA Member

12/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Alpha Relief of Colorado Springs, CO.

Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram Becomes an ECFA Member

10/19/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram of Suwanee, GA.

Life Centers Becomes an ECFA Member

10/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Life Centers of Indianapolis, IN

Leadership Vistas International Becomes an ECFA Member

10/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Leadership Vistas International Ministries of Plano, TX.

iAlethia Worldwide Becomes an ECFA Member

10/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today that iAlethia Worldwide of Denton, TX, is an affiliated member.

Food for Orphans Becomes and ECFA Member

10/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Food for Orphans of Colorado Springs, CO.

Faith and Learning International Becomes an ECFA Member

10/15/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Faith and Learning International of Wheaton, IL.

Africa Renewal Ministries Becomes an ECFA member

09/25/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Africa Renewal Ministries of San Antonio, TX.

Big Life Becomes an ECFA Member

09/22/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today that Big Life of Naples, FL, is an affiliated member.

Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today that Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource of Denton, TX, is an affiliated member.

The Joshua Fund Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of The Joshua Fund of McLean, VA.

Strategic China Initiative Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today that Strategic China Initiative of New York, NY, is an affiliated member.

Help International Ministries Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Help International Ministries of Tucson, AZ.

Hearts in Action International Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today that Hearts in Action International of Tulsa, OK, is an affiliated member.

Global Service Network Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Global Service Network of Apex, NC.

Ebenezer Christian Children's Home Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Ebenezer Christian Children’s Home of North Wilkesboro, NC.

Eastside Baptist Church Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Eastside Baptist Church of Marietta, GA.

A Woman's Choice Becomes an ECFA Member

09/21/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today that A Woman’s Choice of Lakeland, FL, is an affiliated member.

Little Lambs Ministry Becomes an ECFA Member

08/31/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Little Lambs Ministry of Carol Stream, IL.

Dominion Broadcasting WLMB TV Becomes an ECFA Member

08/11/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Dominion Broadcasting WLMB-TV of Toledo, OH.

Church at Charlotte Becomes an ECFA Member

08/11/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Church at Charlotte of Charlotte, NC

Students International Becomes an ECFA Member

07/28/2009

WINCHESTER, Va. – The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) announced today the accreditation of Students International of Visalia, CA.