Givers know that an ECFA accredited church or nonprofit is complying with all of ECFA’s standards – all the time. This enhances the trust of givers and provides more resources for churches and nonprofits to carry out their missions.
For these reasons – and more – churches and nonprofits voluntarily apply for accreditation, and once accredited, allow ECFA to hold them accountable to high standards of integrity.
The statements reflected below are illustrative of the reasons ECFA members value their accreditation.
ECFA gives us high standards to attain and creates a culture of transparency and accountability. It makes us better.
Andy Lehman, Vice President, Lifesong for Orphans
ECFA gives us credibility with our potential donors. When donors see that we are a member of ECFA, it raises their comfort level and confidence in our ministry.
Bert L. Jones, President, GO InterNational
We deeply appreciate the professionalism combined with the spiritual emphasis that the ECFA brings to us via conferences, phone calls, written material, as well as its onsite and distance reviews!
Bill Johnson, CEO, American Decency Association
The most valuable part of ECFA is their Standards & Best Practices. These have helped our organization remain ethical and appropriate in each financial and fundraising decision while serving hundreds of people every year. ECFA has always been the place we turn for guidance and advice.
Bradley Aldrich, Executive Director, Family Resource and Counseling Center
ECFA is the Lexus for review and support with financial accountability. To be yoked together with other ministries who are open and transparent in service brings encouragement to our organization.
Charles R. Shumate, CEO, Church Builders Plus of the Church of God
What a great and informative website ECFA has created! We love the ServantMatch feature. We are excited and proud to be associated with ECFA.
Cindy Sunday Powell, Executive Director, Pregnancy Assistance Center North
We have relied on ECFA for over 20 years. We regularly use the documents in ECFA's Knowledge Center. I keep the ECFA webpage as my homepage and review it daily. We give thanks and praise for the folks at ECFA. God bless you and keep up the good work!
Classie Scott, Associate CFO, Champions for Life
Our membership in ECFA demonstrates our attainment of the highest standards of excellence, and it motivates us not only in our financial practices and board governance, but in every area of our ministry.
Daniel Cho, Executive Director, Veritas Forum, The
Our membership with ECFA provides great value as we implement best practices for nonprofits as recommended by the auditors. Our donors know that we hold to the highest possible standard as we serve in ministry.
Darcy Harper, Service Center Coordinator, Ambassadors for Christ International-USA
Our membership provides us the confidence of knowing we have been reviewed by our peers and meet the standards and best practices that should characterize stewards of God’s resources.
Dave Guiles, Executive Director, Encompass World Partners
As we pursue excellence in our mission, it is critical that we seek accountability in our financial matters. Our constituents and donors deserve to know that our integrity, honesty, and stewardship are examined carefully and thoroughly by a third-party. ECFA provides that for us!
David Delph, Headmaster, Trinity Christian Academy
The Seven Standards of Responsible Stewardship reflect the values of our organization. ECFA membership assures donors that we seek to be good stewards. ECFA is a valued partner in the ministry of Hope Haven.
David R. Van Ningen, CEO, Hope Haven
We’re especially grateful to ECFA for its Knowledge Center documents. These have been a significant resource for us.
David Vanderwel, Executive Director, Geneva Camp & Retreat Center
I appreciate the opportunity ECFA provides for organizations such as ours to walk in a responsible measure of accountability to a watching world and to the Christian community.
Dick Leggatt, President, Derek Prince Ministries
We are thrilled to be a member of ECFA, and are well aware of the value and importance of this moment in our ministry's history. We plan to represent ECFA well in the years ahead.
Dr. Douglas E. Millham, President, Discover the World
ECFA has served nonprofit organizations as a signature of fiscal credibility for decades. At Cornerstone University we feel both supported and enabled by our longstanding relationship with ECFA and are proud to be an ongoing partner in communicating our commitment to doing God's business God's way.
Dr. Joseph Stowell, President, Cornerstone University
We’re greatly appreciative to be a part of ECFA.
Dr. Linus J. Morris, Missional Catalyst/Founder, Christian Associates International
I am pleased that the Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center is accredited by ECFA. They provide tools and resources for the general, district, and local church to help us be consistent in our understanding of faithful financial stewardship.
Dr. Marilyn J. McCool, General Treasurer, Church of the Nazarene General Board
I am continually grateful to the ECFA team for keeping us compliant with the highest standards of financial accountability. Their tireless pursuit of excellence helps all of us better serve Christ and our constituents.
Dr. Mimi Haddad, President, Christians for Biblical Equality
ECFA is the stamp of approval for Christian colleges, providing the accountability which is so important to our constituents. It is a privilege to be a member of such a fine organization which insures that our stewardship and honesty is above reproach!
Dr. W. Wayne Gardner, President Emeritus, Toccoa Falls College
French Camp Academy has enjoyed 24 years of membership with ECFA. Placing the ECFA seal on letters and on our website gives our donors assurance and confidence that their contributions are being handled with integrity. Having the ECFA partnership and endorsement is extremely important.
F. Stewart Edwards, Jr., President, French Camp Academy
We appreciate the oversight and resources of ECFA. Being a member of ECFA assures our members and donors that we do business transparently and with integrity. In a time of scandal and moral bankruptcy, this is imperative!
Finn Laursen, Executive Director, Christian Educators Association International
We appreciate the integrity and professionalism of ECFA and are very honored to be a part of this organization.
Gail Slocum, CFO, Care Net Resource Pregnancy Centers
We understand we are stewards of this ministry. As a result we joined the ECFA very early in our history and we strive to maintain their highest standards.
Gary Kendall, Lead Pastor, Indian Creek Community Church of God
I deeply appreciate the role of ECFA in helping both large and small ministries maintain fiscal and operational integrity. As the complexities of government compliance grow, we appreciate the clarity ECFA provides on these matters.
George Brown, Executive Director, European Christian Mission International
Every organization needs a friend who is also an accountability partner when it comes to money and Biblical stewardship. ECFA has been that for me personally, and this ministry too. It is a guard from greed and financial dishonesty, and we all need it.
Gil A. Stricklin, Chairman and CEO, Marketplace Ministries
We wish to thank the team at ECFA for encouraging us to reach the highest levels of integrity and accountability in order that we might bring glory to our dear Lord Jesus Christ.
Harry Lyles, President/CEO, Leadership Ministries Worldwide
ECFA faithfully exhibits biblical accountability and uprightness in its engagement with ministries and organizations. Awana’s 60-plus years of ministry continually reinforces the importance of co-laboring with ECFA.
Jack Eggar, President, Awana Clubs International
Our membership with ECFA since 1982 has given us a sense of peace concerning the public's perception of our ministry. We take accountability seriously and strive to meet and exceed ECFA's standards.
Jay Benson, President, World Missionary Press
The ECFA has been a tremendous blessing to our organization. Through their resources and support, we have been able to develop a firm foundation based on integrity and accountability.
Jeff Bremer, Executive Director, Bridge Builders for Kids
The role ECFA plays in promoting the highest standards of integrity and responsibility in our financial affairs is invaluable to the Evangelical Presbyterian Church.
Jeffrey Jeremiah, Stated Clerk, Evangelical Presbyterian Church
If you are not already an ECFA member, I encourage you to consider joining. Water Street Ministries is a stronger mission because of the guidance and direction offered through ECFA.
Jere Shertzer, President, Water Street Ministries
Based on Scripture, ECFA has established Standards and Best Practices which encourage our organization to strive for the highest levels of excellence and has provided valuable guidance on many subjects. We are a stronger organization because of this.
Jere Shertzer, President, Water Street Ministries
ECFA is a critical partner to Focus on the Family because we believe that transparency is a healthy attribute in the Christian walk. ECFA provides solid accountability in regard to financial transparency to Focus on the Family and its leadership.
Jim Daly, President & CEO, Focus on the Family
The ECFA standards are important to us and our donors—giving confidence to those who invest in our mission. In an age of ethical decline, it’s essential that Christian organizations operate at a high standard.
Jim Sprague, Executive Director, Pregnancy Resource Center
Integrity, reliability, and fiscal trustworthiness! Every Christian leader I know would love to have their nonprofit ministry assessed in such favorable light. Through prayer, strong core values, hard work, solid financial principles, and accountability—this is why ECFA plays such a critical role.
Joni Eareckson Tada, CEO, Joni and Friends
ECFA has a high standard of accountability, requires financial transparency and oversight, and has earned a credible reputation for trustworthiness. We share these same values and want to strive to maintain them, both for our church and the watching world.
Josh Paterson, Lead Pastor, Village Church, The
To those considering financial gifts during this season of recovery and rebuilding, the seal of ECFA's excellence and integrity speaks volumes. Thank you for the work you do every day to prepare us for unsuspecting storms.
Karolyn Schrage, Executive Director, LifeChoices Medical Clinic and Resource Center
In a world of eroding standards, ECFA sets the bar high. We are blessed by our partnership with ECFA and consider it a vital part of our on-going mission strategy.
Kevin McCollum, President, Lightbearers Ministries International
We received our confirmation letter for ECFA membership. This means so much to us to have the ECFA seal. Now our supporters and others will have total confidence in us and our financial practices!
Lisa Owens, Business Director, Concepts of Truth
ECFA is all about doing the Lord’s work in a way that is above reproach. We are grateful to God for ECFA, what they stand for, the help they render, and the high standards of excellence they set.
Lowell Wertz, CEO, Joy in the Harvest
ECFA provides the expertise and resources which our small nonprofit does not have internally. I often hear that our faithful supporters appreciate that we are members of ECFA.
Lynnette K. Goebel, Director of Operations, Rural Home Missionary Association
What a privilege to be a part of ECFA! Your seal of approval is an important part of moving Hearts in Action to new levels for greater projects and the advancement of the kingdom of God. We look forward to communicating with you for guidance and information.
Mario Babarczy, Founding Director, Hearts In Action International
I voraciously read the quarterly newsletter cover to cover to glean new information that will help us serve with greater transparency & trustworthiness. I appreciate the information that helps prepare our ministry for the future. We love having the ECFA seal on our printed materials because it brings assurance to donors.
Mary Jayne Fogerty, Executive Director, Dallas Pregnancy Resource Center
We greatly appreciate the assistance of ECFA in helping our ministry achieve and maintain standards and best practices. We are also grateful for the work ECFA does in representing us on Capitol Hill.
Mary LeQuieu, Executive Director, Care Net Pregnancy Center of Albuquerque
Our partnership with ECFA is a great incentive to our donors who give generously because they trust our financial accountability. It gives me great confidence that I am truly protecting the integrity of the ministry and safeguarding the trust put in this organization.
P. Joseph Raju, Executive Director, Gospel Missions of India
The standards set by ECFA are rich with the integrity that we feel is part of the DNA of the ministry of Church Extension Plan. The result is that our relationship with ECFA has been very affirming.
Patrick L. Clements, President, Church Extension Plan
We watch with admiration and applaud the excellence and membership growth ECFA is experiencing under your leadership. We fly the "ECFA flag" proudly at ABHE and promote membership among our colleges as well.
Ralph E. Enlow, Jr., President, Association for Biblical Higher Education
The significance of ECFA’s ministry to our camp came into clearer focus after I attended the fall regional workshop. Thank you for keeping your ears and eyes open to trends and issues on the national level. The quarterly Focus newsletter is now read with heightened interest and is shared with our board of directors.
Rev. Bill Abeler, Executive Director, Camp Lebanon
Accreditation by ECFA makes a powerful statement that Mel Trotter Ministries is acting responsibly and honors its commitment to accountability. ECFA is a voice of reason, strength and clarity and I always encourage other nonprofits and churches to become ECFA members.
Rev. Chico Daniels, CEO, President and Visionary, Mel Trotter Ministries
Being able to display the ECFA symbol on our promotional material gives donors and potential donors an added measure of confidence in our organization. It is a mark of distinction.
Rev. Phillip Reed, President, Voice of Calvary Ministries
ECFA is a tremendous resource, particularly for a nonprofit organization which runs very lean with internal resources. Thanks for helping to keep us current on governance, financial accountability, and fund-raising issues. You are a valued partner.
Rick A. Smith, Executive Director, Christian Counseling Center
We are very pleased to be a member of ECFA and thereby to convey to the public that we subscribe to the highest ethical standards and choose to be held accountable to them. ECFA is a valuable asset to Christian City.
Robert L. Crutchfield, President & CEO, Christian City
ECFA provides insight and accountability for ministries trying to serve responsibly in an ever changing financial and reporting environment. We greatly value their attention to detail and awareness of federal requirements for nonprofits.
Robert Minton, Executive Director & CEO,
ECFA stands above all other “watchdog” organizations because their approach is God-centered, positive, encouraging and professional.
Robert W. Sweet Jr., Executive Vice President, Christian Freedom International
ECFA provides not only accountability, important to the organization and for its financial contributors, but also a wealth of resources and relationships. Globe International appreciates the new found strength that ECFA has given to our organization.
Scott Brown, Administrator, Globe International
We aspire to operate with Christ-like excellence, and ECFA not only helps identify those standards, they hold us accountable to them. ECFA membership is vital for organizations who desire to represent the body of Christ, as it helps to ensure proper accountability and financial stewardship for ‘a time such as this’.
Scott Hasenbalg, Executive Director, Show Hope
Avant Ministries considers it a privilege to be included in the membership of ECFA. Our donor constituency has an added layer of assurance that their donations are being handled properly when they see the membership seal on our receipts. We know the lack of membership seal would be a show-stopper for many of our partners.
Scott Holbrook, CFO, Avant Ministries
ECFA is a partner that helps us improve constantly, a coach that sets a clear standard, and an operational resource that encourages us throughout the year. We are thankful!
Scott Vander Kooy, Executive Director, Worldwide Christian Schools
ECFA provides a necessary and reputable accountability standard for religious nonprofits. We have been challenged to grow in both excellence and efficiency through our long-time relationship with ECFA.
Seth A. Thomas, Executive Director, Ninos de Mexico
We became a member because of ECFA's strong reputation of guiding Christian ministries in the area of organizational excellence with Christian commitment. Membership in ECFA is a "Good Housekeeping" seal of approval that our donors, vendors, and friends look for.
Thomas Lothamer, Executive Director, Baptists for Life
“The ECFA membership assures our donors that GCM practices sound financial stewardship and with integrity. It keeps us accountable to a high standard and to a third party.”
Thomas Mauriello, Executive Director, Great Commission Ministries
The ECFA seal communicates a level of security for our donors that we cannot convey ourselves. Having an independent agency ensures compliance and takes the risk out of their contribution to our ministry.
Tim Lewis, Executive Director, Joy Ranch
Our goal is to set a standard that will bring glory to God. ECFA helps us do just that!
Tim Stickel, Executive Director, Crossroads Pregnancy Center
ECFA’s standards help us to adhere to boundaries and keep us far from crossing the line. A commitment to transparency and accountability results in trust which is foundational to donor and organizational relationship. ECFA helps us build that foundation of trust.
Timothy Ramsey, Executive Director, LATCOM
We at Compassion International want to thank ECFA for enforcing the highest of standards, ensuring we exhibit the highest levels of honesty, integrity and accountability. It is an honor to partner with this reputable organization in a world that is watching.
Wess Stafford, President and CEO, Compassion International