Feast of Núr/Light-June 4, 2025
Bahá’í National Fund Update
$2.4M
As of May 31, 2025
While the demands on the funds of the Faith increase during the summer months due to an increase in youth activities, summer schools, programs of learning, etc., there is often a drop in the level of contributions to the Funds of the Faith during these months, causing a deficit.
How can we come together and rise to address this?
Unrestricted (not earmarked) contributions towards the National Fund goal allow for flexibility in supporting the many activities of the Faith.
“ALL MUST SURGE, BUT THE YOUTH MUST SOAR"
The Universal House of Justice, Ridván 2024
Youth Corner
Below is a wonderful letter we just received from a youth:
"Hi, my name is … and I’m 16 years old. I’m a youth from Herriman, Utah.
Recently, I’ve been participating in meaningful service projects that have helped me see how important it is to connect our actions with the deeper purpose behind them. Through these projects, I’ve started seeing clearly how service and the Funds of the Faith go hand in hand. When we serve and give at the same time, even if it’s just a small amount, we’re strengthening both our spirit and our community. I’ve learned that it’s not about how much we give, but the spirit of sacrifice behind it that really matters. Since I’ve realized how connected these two things are - service and giving - I feel more committed to supporting the betterment of the world. I know that to build a better world, material means are necessary, and that’s why I think it’s important for us as youth to start developing this habit early on. Even through our youth groups, whether we’re setting up children’s classes, doing service projects, setting up devotionals, or helping the community, we’ve seen how much it means to support the Faith. We’ve contributed to fun activities such as music, art, learning new prayers, and sharing them with others, like inviting friends to our Ruhi classes and Bahá’í programs, which shows our connection to the Faith and our kindness toward others. We’ve been able to grow spiritually, build strong friendships, and take meaningful action in our communities. Every effort the youth have made through this program has helped strengthen the Faith here in Utah and inspired more people to feel connected and involved. Thank you!"
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.
Planned Giving
A Charitable Gift Annuity: Giving with Lasting Impact
“He, verily, shall recompense the charitable, and doubly repay them for what they have bestowed." - Bahá’u’lláh
A charitable gift annuity allows the friends to support the work of the National Spiritual Assembly while receiving fixed payments for life, beginning at age 60. In exchange for an irrevocable gift, you receive regular income and valuable tax advantages. It’s a lasting expression of generosity that provides both spiritual and financial benefits.
To learn more or request a personalized illustration, please email plannedgiving@usbnc.org, call 847-733-3569, or go to https://bahaitreasurer.us/planned-giving and click on Charitable Gift Annuity. Additionally, your Local Spiritual Assembly can request a Planned Giving presentation for your community.