Barnabas Foundation
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
Barnabas Foundation is a mid-sized philanthropy-focused fundraising services organization based in Crete, Illinois. Founded in 1976, it assists Christians in directing charitable gifts to churches and ministries with an emphasis on efficiency and tax-smart giving. The organization provides donors and their networks with resources across four core areas to support thoughtful giving and stewardship. These areas include marketing materials aligned with Christian principles, administration of complex gift arrangements, planning guidance for supporters, and ongoing staff training. The foundation serves more than 800 churches and 200 member ministries, delivering its services to faith-based organizations and the donors who support them. In 2024, Barnabas Foundation partnered with International Cooperating Ministries to enhance resources related to financial planning for faith-based initiatives. The organization operates from Crete, Illinois, serving a national audience within the philanthropic fundraising sector focused on religious communities.