Over decades, businesses continue to offer progressively better goods and services —  but many nonprofits don’t ride the same wave of relentless progress. Despite a hidden challenge that makes that seem inevitable, there is a way to buck the trend.

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This article reviews research that identifies important connections between income and social capital. 

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Welfare reform is approaching, and civil society stands at a crossroads. Explore its historical role in poverty alleviation and why virtuous, voluntary associations must take back the baton.

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In this excerpt from his new book, The Crisis of Dependency … True Charity CEO & Co-founder James Whitford powerfully illustrates the importance of being with people we want to help out of poverty.

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Have you ever felt like something wasn’t quite right in your charitable efforts? You’re not alone. One team member shares her past struggles and how she’s come to realize there is a trusted community—connected across the nation and united in person each year–linking arms to holistically serve the poor.

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Effectively assessing the circumstances of those seeking help is key to their long-term stability. True Charity’s client self-assessment survey will help you prioritize the dignity of the people you serve as you help them foster lasting change.

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If you belong to an American church, chances are you’ve been on a short-term mission trip — or supported one somehow. Helping Without Hurting sheds light on how those trips may cause more harm than good and offers practical tips on how to effectively support existing congregations in low-income communities.

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Ministry leaders often navigate the tension between respecting an individual’s agency and upholding absolute truth, particularly when guiding those in poverty toward wise and moral choices. Effective mentorship requires balancing encouragement and accountability—listening first, celebrating progress, pointing to biblical absolutes, and respecting lived experience—all while allowing individuals to take ownership of their decisions.

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Is your organization equipped to ensure the safety of every child who walks through your doors? From background checks to clear policies and ongoing safety training, practical steps make all the difference. Protect My Ministry shares five ways to equip your ministry. 

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When Helping Hurts is a rallying cry for the Church that simultaneously convicts and compels. Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert set out to awaken American Christians to the stark contrast between their beach vacations and the grinding poverty in foreign slums.

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The evolution of neighborhoods from working class to higher income is often an occasion for alarm among advocates for the poor. However, the best evidence shows gentrification is a net positive for the poor and a harm to far fewer than most believe.

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Economist Jerry Bowyer examines Christ’s teachings on social justice and economics from a biblical and historical perspective, concluding He spoke against redistribution of wealth by those in power.

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Misuse of relief has caused a mental and emotional health crisis among those in poverty. Leading them to go back into a deeper exploration of family-of-origin issues will help them go forward to more complete, integrated healing.

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As a new administration reins in government overreach, a crisis of dependency is sure to come to light. With a generation withdrawing from an over-reliance on federal relief, a unique opportunity will arise to reclaim self-governance and revive private charity. The question remains: “Will we seize this moment?” James Whitford calls us to action.

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Charities often face challenges in providing affordable housing due to limited resources, but partnering with landlords who share a heart for ministry provides an innovative way forward. Hear about two ministries that combine housing with support services. Avery West shares.

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The growing elderly-isolation crisis in the U.S. presents churches and nonprofits with a unique opportunity to honor our aging Image Bearers. By creating relational communities where needs are seen and met, and encouraging the elderly to use their gifts, we can honor them with the dignity and hope they deserve.

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Justice is a hot topic with wildly divergent interpretations. Charity is an enigmatic and even questionable virtue to many. This article cuts through the modern moral cacophony and outlines a clear, essential role for both in poverty resolution.

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The storms have passed, but the damage remains. Relief is being given, but deeper needs are surfacing. The people you serve need support, restoration, and long-term independence. How can your mercy ministry help them write their success stories?

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Imagine a world where former prisoners have a second chance to thrive — becoming powerful, societal contributors through steady employment. Guest contributor, Eric Cochling, shares. 

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A good mission statement should serve as a brief, inspirational action guide for your organization. It’s important to get it right. This simple framework will help you maximize the impact of this crucial component of your brand and strategy.

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In a world full of mental health news, Created to Heal offers hope that neuroplasticity — the brain’s capacity to heal — can heal childhood trauma! And it gives caregivers guidance on how to foster resilience and support families.

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 Immigration is a controversial and complex topic. While we can’t offer solutions to all those issues here, we can address a key question: How should we love immigrants the way Jesus wants us to? Here are practical ways to do that, even from your hometown.

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James Whitford, True Charity's CEO, explores the best ways to help panhandlers in your community.

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Does government aid weaken community bonds of brotherhood? President Grover Cleveland believed it did. In 1887, he vetoed national aid to preserve "kindly sentiment and conduct" among Americans. Today, Missouri’s Medicaid expansion and Senate Bill 82 risk dismissing his wisdom by crowding out faith-based charities that foster true relationships and hope. James Whitford shares. 

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What does flourishing look like for someone with a mental illness or physical disability who can’t live on their own? Consider these six questions as you seek a dignified, permanent housing solution.  

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