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FAQs
- Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is
Guideposts a charitable
organization for tax purposes?
Q:How does
Guideposts use charitable gifts?
Q: What is the
connection between Guideposts and Norman Vincent Peale?
Q: What is the
mission of Guideposts?
Q: How can I make a
gift?
Q: What can I give?
Q: What are the
Donor Clubs?
Q: What is the
Norman Vincent Peale Fellowship?
Q: Can I make a gift
to Guideposts in memory of someone?
Q: Can I include
Guideposts in my will?
Q: How can I contact
someone who can help me with giving?
Q: Is Guideposts a charitable
organization for tax purposes?
A:
Yes, Guideposts is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as
eligible to receive charitable gifts. This means your donation is
tax deductible, as allowed by current laws. Please contact your tax
advisors when making decisions relating to tax issues.
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Q:
How does Guideposts use charitable gifts?
A:
The scope of
Guideposts’ Outreach Ministries may surprise you. We touch the lives
of people around the globe from all walks of life, including: the
elderly, the sick, children and teens, our armed service men and
women, individuals struggling with addiction, prisoners, and others
dealing with life’s challenges. Each in their own way benefits from
Guideposts messages and from programs delivered by our caring
Outreach Ministries staff.
Thousands of individual prayer requests are prayed for daily by our
prayer ministry staff and volunteers. Over four million free
publications are delivered each year to people who may not otherwise
have access. Young people are given a safe environment online for
support during a vulnerable time of life. Children, who may
otherwise go without, receive sweaters hand-knit or crocheted by Guideposts
readers and volunteers. All of this is made possible only
because of contributions from generous donors.
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Q:
What is the
connection between Guideposts and Norman Vincent Peale?
A: Dr. Norman
Vincent Peale was a Christian pastor and one of the most influential
thinkers and communicators of our time. People all around the world
credit Dr. Peale and his teachings with bringing happiness and
success to their lives. For years Dr. Peale shared his principles at
the Marble Collegiate Church in New York City and through speeches,
radio messages, and his international best-seller The Power of
Positive Thinking.
Over 50 years
ago Dr. Peale and his wife Ruth Stafford Peale founded Guideposts as
a way of reaching more people with their life-changing messages.
Today, Guideposts preserves and extends the vision of Dr. and Mrs.
Peale. We carry on the publications that people have turned to for
years. We continue to find new ways to reach today’s audiences, such
as through phone lines and Web sites. True to the spirit of the Dr.
and Mrs. Peale, the charitable programs of our Outreach Ministries
help assure that people from all walks of life have access to our
services, including those with limited resources or other
challenges.
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Q:
What is the
mission of Guideposts?
A: The mission of Guideposts is:
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Helping people from all walks of life achieve their maximum personal
and spiritual potential.
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Committed to communicating positive, faith-filled principles to
people everywhere to use in successful daily living.
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How can I make a gift?
A: You may make
a gift online, via phone, or through the mail. Use our secure and
simple online form
to make your gift now.
Click
here to learn how to reach someone to discuss your giving needs.
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Q:
What can I give?
A:
Guideposts
accepts gifts of cash, stocks, bonds, insurance, real estate,
bequests and other gifts made through estate planning.
Guideposts can assist you with gifts that may provide additional tax
advantages, such as gifts of appreciated stock, or with gifts that
return income, such as charitable gift annuities.
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What are
Donor Clubs?
A: Guideposts
donors who have a particular giving interest join one or more of our
Donor Clubs. Their membership helps others through Guideposts
Outreach Ministries and gives members regular communications related
to the club theme. Current Donor Clubs include: Prayer
Power Club, Bible Club, Guideposts Ministries for Children, Peale
Partners and
Positive Thinkers Club. Find
out more by clicking here.
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Q:
What is the
Norman Vincent Peale Fellowship?
A:
The
Norman Vincent Peale Fellowship is a dedicated group of men and
women who want to make a significant difference in the lives of
others by supporting Guideposts Outreach Ministries. In recognition
of their yearly support through this annual giving program, they
receive communications from Guideposts leadership, invitations to
inspirational gatherings and other benefits. Click
here
to find out more.
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Q: Can I make a
gift to Guideposts in memory of someone?
A:
Yes, many
people make gifts in memory of loved ones to Guideposts. You may
also make a gift in honor of someone or for a special occasion, such
as a birthday or for holiday greetings. We will send a note to
whomever you designate to let them know of your kindness. For all
memorial gifts, we will enter the individual’s name in our Memorial
Book at the Peale Center and send their name to our Prayer
Fellowship for a prayer of remembrance. Click
here to
make a tribute gift now.
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Q:
Can I include Guideposts in my will?
A:
Yes, including Guideposts in your will is an easy and meaningful way
to provide support. A Guideposts staff member is available to answer
your questions. We also recommend that you contact your professional
advisors whenever you make decisions about your estate plan or other
financial and tax matters. Click
here
to learn about the benefits of including Guideposts in your will or
for instructions to take to your tax or legal professional.
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Q:
How can I contact someone who can help me with giving?
A:
Guideposts staff is available to assist you. You may contact us by
writing, calling, or by using e-mail. Click
here
to access our listing of individuals who can help you with giving to
Guideposts.
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Thank you for your interest in Guideposts Outreach Ministries and
for considering a gift to sustain and expand our work.
and make a difference in someone's life.
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to e-mail this page to a friend or family member.
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