We give because generosity is something God wants for us, not from us.
Your abundant giving allows us the opportunity to do God’s work and make an impact! Consistent giving provides stability, strength, and support to all of our ministries.
"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
Matthew 6:21
"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
Matthew 6:21
End of Year Giving Opportunities
There are many opportunities to live out generosity in our community. If you’re looking to give a financial gift to Good Shepherd during this season ahead, check out these opportunities to give.
Forward Initiative
Our community has been walking together through Forward, a two-year generosity initiative, culminating at the end of 2026.
Through Forward, we:
Through Forward, we:
- Deepened our connection to our mission partners
- Celebrated the opening of renovated worship spaces
- Expanded our ministries that are committed to helping everyone feel like they belong
Reach out to our Finance Team at
finance@goodshepherd-naperville.org with any questions.
finance@goodshepherd-naperville.org with any questions.
Mission Partners
Each year during the season of Advent, we make an intentional investment in several of our mission partners. We're honored to collaborate with organizations like Lutheran Social Services, Bridge Communities, and more.
Staff Appreciation
At the end of each year, we have a special opportunity to give to the annual Staff Appreciation Gift. It’s a way of showing our gratitude to those who serve us with such care, grace, and commitment throughout the year.
Check back soon for details on how to contribute!
Ways to Give
Your generosity fuels Good Shepherd's vision, and every gift helps us love and serve our community. As partners in ministry, please keep praying about how God might be calling you to give:
You can always give in person on a Sunday morning or throughout the week, or you can choose the method that works best for you.
- Starting fresh, if you've never given or it's been a while
- Committing to regular gifts, if your giving has been occasional
- Increasing the regular giving you've already established
You can always give in person on a Sunday morning or throughout the week, or you can choose the method that works best for you.
Give Online
Realm makes it easy to set up regular donations, memorial funds, or designated giving. If you need to make changes to your recurring giving, see these instructions.
Please Note: To maximize your gift, we encourage you to select a bank account transfer (ACH) for online transactions. Credit and debit card transactions are subject to a 2.5 – 3% fee which reduce the impact of your contributions.
Please Note: To maximize your gift, we encourage you to select a bank account transfer (ACH) for online transactions. Credit and debit card transactions are subject to a 2.5 – 3% fee which reduce the impact of your contributions.
Text to Give
From your mobile device, send a text to 73256 and type the keyword GSHEP. A giving link will immediately be delivered to your mobile device so you can give to Good Shepherd.
To cancel further messages, text STOP. If you need assistance with text giving, text HELP. Standard text message and data rates may apply.
To cancel further messages, text STOP. If you need assistance with text giving, text HELP. Standard text message and data rates may apply.
Give by Mail
Mail a check to our finance office:
Good Shepherd Church
1310 Shepherd Drive
Naperville, IL 60565
Good Shepherd Church
1310 Shepherd Drive
Naperville, IL 60565
Stocks & Other Contributions
Stocks donated directly to Good Shepherd may receive special tax benefits from the IRS. Please see our stock gift transfer instructions.
We recommend discussing with your financial advisor regarding additional ways to give, including charitable funds, required minimum distributions, qualified charitable distributions, etc.
If you have questions, please email our Finance Team at
finance@goodshepherd-naperville.org
We recommend discussing with your financial advisor regarding additional ways to give, including charitable funds, required minimum distributions, qualified charitable distributions, etc.
If you have questions, please email our Finance Team at
finance@goodshepherd-naperville.org
Financial Updates
Thank you for your faithful giving! We share these numbers regularly so you can see how we're tracking against our budget and how your generosity is put to work.
- Giving 07/01/2026 through 10/04/2026 — $1,069,854
- Last Year — $1,014,601
- One Fund Budget — $872,503
2026 – 2027
- One Fund Budget — $4,200,000
2026 – 2027
Share Your Thoughts
If you have questions or thoughts you'd like to share, we'd like to hear them! Reach out and we'll follow up with you.