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Living generously together

At The Haven, generosity isn’t just about money—it’s about love in action. Every gift you share fuels our mission to be a refuge of hope and healing, not only on Sundays but throughout the week. Your giving supports worship, staff, and the daily operations of our church, while also providing free counseling, children’s and youth ministries, community partnerships, and global outreach.

We take financial stewardship seriously. Each offering is received with gratitude, tracked with transparency, and used to serve real people with real needs. Our Finance Team double-verifies offerings, provides regular reports to leadership, and shares giving summaries with the congregation to build trust and shared ownership.

Whether you give online, through the Realm Connect app, by text, or in person, your generosity sustains the life-changing work God is doing here. Together, we embody the truth that everyone is beloved and everything we have is a gift to be shared.

Giving FAQs

We know generosity is a meaningful commitment, and we want you to feel confident in how your gifts are received and used. Below are answers to some of the most common questions about giving at The Haven. If you need practical help, please contact our Office Manager at office@sandyhook.org.
How can I give to The Haven?

You can give online through our secure portal, via the Realm Connect app, by text-to-give, or in person during worship. 

How does The Haven ensure transparency?

Offerings are counted with double verification, tracked carefully, and reported regularly to our Leadership Board and congregation. 

What does my giving support?

Your generosity supports the day-to-day work of love—loving our neighbors, staff salaries, utilities, worship, and curriculum. It also fuels counseling ministries, children and youth formation, community partnerships, Fresh Expressions of Church in nontraditional spaces, and building upkeep and long-term accessibility improvements. 

Can I designate my gift for a specific ministry?

Yes! Designated gifts are tracked separately to ensure they are used exactly as intended. 

Will I receive a giving statement?

Yes, we provide quarterly giving summaries and annual statements for your records and tax purposes. 

Who should I contact with questions?

For help with practical questions about giving, please contact our Office Manager at office@sandyhook.org. For big picture questions about finances, you can contact Rick Trevey, The Haven’s Finance Chair, at rtrevey@comcast.net.

Online Giving

Visit our secure online platform to give using your checking account, debit, or credit card.

Text-to-Give

Text sandyhookcolumbus to 73246 to receive a secure link to complete your gift.

Realm Connect App

Download the Realm Connect app for mobile giving. (Available for members only.)
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