Gifts in Action

When InterVarsity’s Black Campus Ministries chapter was planted at North Carolina State, it had one goal: to create a Christ-centered community where Black students could grow in faith and leadership. Like many ministries, it faced challenges—especially during the pandemic. But today, the chapter is thriving, and its impact is undeniable.

One of its key student leaders, deeply transformed by his time in the ministry, felt called to serve full-time with InterVarsity. He had the passion and the vision, but there was a roadblock: his home church did not support parachurch ministries, making it difficult to raise the necessary financial support. Without funding, stepping into full-time ministry seemed impossible.

That’s where the InterVarsity Legacy Fund made all the difference. Because of the generosity of past donors, a sustainable income stream existed to support key staff and resources at North Carolina State. This fund provided the financial foundation needed to bring this leader on staff—ensuring that the chapter continues to grow and impact students for years to come.

This is the power of legacy giving. Your generosity equips future leaders, strengthens campus ministries, and ensures that students continue to experience the transformative love of Jesus.

Will you invest in the next generation of campus ministry leaders? Join us in growing the Legacy Fund and making an eternal impact. Reach out today to explore how you can leave a meaningful impact with InterVarsity.

—John Hanna | Carolinas Region, UFM Regional Ministry Director

For students at Davidson College, InterVarsity has been more than just a campus ministry—it’s been a place of spiritual growth, deep community, and transformative encounters with Jesus. But in 2021, the chapter faced a significant challenge. When the InterVarsity Campus Minister transitioned to a new role, the ministry was left without dedicated staff leadership for nine months. The search for a new minister took time, and when the right leader was found, another hurdle emerged—she could only commit to part-time hours due to financial limitations.

Without strong leadership, the chapter’s momentum could have stalled. But thanks to the InterVarsity Legacy Fund, this new minister was able to step into her role sooner than expected. Because of the steady stream of financial support from past donors, she was not only able to start right away, but over time, she increased her commitment to 30 hours per week—bringing renewed vision, discipleship, and growth to the chapter.

Today, the ministry at Davidson College is thriving once again. Students are encountering Jesus, growing in faith, and stepping into leadership. And it’s all because of the generosity of donors who invested in the future through legacy giving.

You can be part of this lasting impact. Your support ensures that campus ministries remain strong, students continue to experience the Gospel, and future leaders are empowered to serve.

Will you help sustain and grow this ministry? Join us in strengthening the Legacy Fund and transforming lives for years to come. Connect with us today.

—John Hanna | Carolinas Region, UFM Regional Ministry Director

In 2024, campus ministry in South Dakota faced a daunting challenge. The staff team was struggling with a growing financial deficit, and two staff members had to step away, leaving behind account shortfalls. Without immediate financial support, the ministry’s long-term sustainability was at risk.

But thanks to the North Central Region Legacy Fund, new opportunities emerged. With a strategic investment of $15,000 in matching grants, three staff members were able to secure an additional $30,000 in new annual funding—ensuring they could continue leading, discipling students, and expanding the ministry’s reach.

Beyond stabilizing current staff, $4,000 from the Legacy Fund was used to launch a new staff residency hub at the University of Sioux Falls (USF)—a groundbreaking initiative that will train and equip future ministry leaders. Already, two students have committed to the program for 2026, ensuring a new generation of campus ministers in South Dakota.

Without the NCR Legacy Fund, these breakthroughs wouldn’t have been possible. This fund didn’t just meet an urgent financial need—it secured the future of InterVarsity’s ministry in South Dakota.

Your generosity fuels this kind of transformation. By investing in the Legacy Fund, you ensure that ministries remain strong, staff receive the support they need, and students continue to encounter Jesus on campus for years to come.

Will you help sustain and grow campus ministry? Join us in strengthening the Legacy Fund today. Contact us to learn more about creating your legacy with InterVarsity.

—Andy Lickel, Associate Regional Ministry Director
https://www.intervarsitysoda.org/ 

Northern Minnesota has always been a challenging place for campus ministry. As a rural region with economic hardships, raising funding for campus staff has never been easy. Seasons of great spiritual fruitfulness have often been followed by staff transitions, leaving many campuses unstaffed and unplanted. Yet through it all, God has remained faithful—sustaining a chapter that has existed since 1939 and continuing to stir the hearts of students to reach their peers.

When several of our staff recently transitioned to new roles, we knew the future of ministry in Northern Minnesota depended on investing in the next generation of student leaders and future campus ministers. But how could we equip them to step into that calling?

That’s where InterVarsity’s Legacy Fund made all the difference. With support from this fund, we offset costs for students to attend Ambition, InterVarsity’s national planting conference—an event designed to inspire and equip students to launch new ministries. Without this support, only two or three students might have attended. Instead, 15 students from across Northern Minnesota were able to go, dream together, and seek God’s call for their campuses.

One student arrived at Ambition simply hoping for clarity about her next steps. By the end of the week, she reflected, “I see myself as a leader in many areas of my life—I hold roles and positions in different spaces. But I’m starting to sense that God is calling me to be a leader as a Christian.” Inspired and empowered, she recently launched a new small group in her dorm, creating a space for her peers to encounter Jesus. Meanwhile, several other students are now discerning a call to serve on staff after graduation—ensuring that the work of campus ministry continues for years to come.

By using Legacy Funds to expand access to catalytic events and leadership development, we aren’t just investing in today’s students—we are shaping the future of campus ministry. These students will go on to become faithful alumni who care for future generations of college students, and some will even step into full-time ministry, carrying forward the work of the gospel.

Will you invest in the next generation of campus leaders? Your support of the Legacy Fund ensures that more students can encounter Jesus, receive leadership training, and step boldly into God’s calling for their lives. Join us in shaping a lasting legacy! Reach out today to explore how you can leave a meaningful impact with InterVarsity.

—Jacob Fisher, North Area Ministry Director, Northern MN / Northwest WI