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FAQs:

How do I update my personal information?
Contact the SMI office to update your address, phone or email information.

In what ways can I support SMI and its ministries?
We appreciate your interest in supporting the ministry of SMI. You can support SMI by informing others about our ministry, praying for us and through financial contributions. To support us financially, you may send a check to the SMI office, give online, or transfer stock options. For more information, click here.

What percentage of my gift is used for administrative expenses?
At SMI, we take pride in the fact that we keep our administrative overhead at a minimum in order to fund our programs at the highest levels possible. Currently, SMI utilizes 90% of contributions for specific ministry programs.

Are my gifts tax-deductible?
Yes. Because SMI is a recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, all contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law. It is important to remember that for the gift to be tax-deductible, the check must be made payable to SMI and the donor must understand that SMI has complete control over the use of the funds. These funds belong to the ministry of SMI, and we contract students to perform ministry on our behalf.

Can I donate by phone, web or mail?
Contributions may be mailed to the SMI office or given online through our Donation page.

How do I initiate my EFT option?
To start the EFT option, simply submit the Automatic Contribution Authorization form along with a voided check. This form can be found on the Giving Options page.

How do I make changes to my EFT option?
To make changes to your bank information or the amount of your contributions, simply contact the SMI office via fax, mail or email. Since we need your changes in writing for authorization purposes, please do not call the office.

How do I cancel my EFT option?
EFT options will not stop automatically. You will need to contact the SMI office at least three business days before the transaction is to occur in order to suspend or re-direct your contribution.

Do you issue year-end receipts?
You will receive a receipt for each contribution you give to SMI. Because each receipt will have your current Year-to-Date giving total, you will not receive a year-end receipt.

To whom is SMI accountable?
SMI has been a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) since 1990. For more information, please visit their web site at www.ecfa.org.