Feast of Kamál/Perfection- July 31, 2025
Bahá’í National Fund Update
$8M
As of July 26, 2025
As the Feast of Kamál marks the close of the first three months of this Bahá’í Fiscal year, we reflect with gratitude on the many community-building efforts that have flourished across the country. To be on track to meet the $52 million National Fund goal and support these activities, contributions to the National Fund should total approximately $13 million by the end of July; however, as of July 26, we have received about $8 million in contributions. We are confident that the Champion Builders of the World Order of Bahá’u’lláh will continue to arise to lessen this gap. While the task may seem great, we are encouraged by the 6% increase in contributions compared to this time last year and by the inspiring messages we receive from friends across the country, sharing their love and plans to increase their support. Together, we will be able to continue to strengthen and expand the ongoing support for the many 'society-building' activities that reflect the love and unity of our Community, in 'ever greater measures'.
As Bahá’ís, we have the privilege of having a direct relationship with each of the major funds of the Faith, while at the same time, also maintaining a direct focus on continually supporting the National Fund. Unrestricted (not earmarked) contributions towards the National Fund goal allow for flexibility in supporting the many activities of the Faith.
A Meaningful and Tax-Efficient Way to Support the Bahá’í Fund
A heartfelt and spiritually thoughtful way to contribute to the Bahá’í Fund—while also being tax-efficient—is through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF). This option allows you to give in a way that can provide benefits both now and in the future..
With a DAF, you can donate cash or appreciated assets, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants to the Bahá’í Fund at times that are most meaningful to you. Your gift can grow tax-free within the DAF, potentially expanding your capacity to support the vital work of the Faith.
This method of giving also offers simplicity, including one consolidated tax document for all your charitable gifts. DAFs can be established through many financial institutions or community foundations.
To learn more, please visit bahaitreasurer.us/planned-giving, email plannedgiving@usbnc.org, or call 847-733-3569. You may also request a planned giving presentation through your Local Spiritual Assembly.
“ALL MUST SURGE, BUT THE YOUTH MUST SOAR"
The Universal House of Justice, Ridván 2024
We received this thoughtful and inspiring letter from a young adult in Poway, CA:
“The Fund is the lifeblood of our Faith — a sacred channel through which our love, our sacrifice, and our commitment to the Cause flow. I recently came to understand how essential it is that this flow be consistent and continued throughout the year. At present, most contributions arrive toward the end of the fiscal year, leaving much of the year without the full strength of our support.
As youth, we have a unique opportunity to help shape a new pattern — one that reflects foresight, discipline, and dedication. By setting up recurring contributions through the OCS platform, we not only ensure the steady support of the institutions of the Faith, but also offer an example of systematic service to our community. Even when our means are limited or life feels uncertain, giving consistently — even in small amounts — becomes an act of devotion. It reminds us that financial sacrifice is not separate from spiritual service; it is one of its noblest expressions.”
YOUTH CORNER
We are looking for more submissions from the YOUth! Please send us your reflections and stories about the Institution of the Fund or recent youth activities/events. Stories, pictures, and or videos can be sent to bahaitreasurersoffice@usbnc.org.