1221 FIRST GETHSEMANE AVE, LOUISVILLE, KY 40208

Partner through Giving

Regardless of your capacity to give, there is a way you can help.

With your help, we can continue to reduce barriers of success for individuals and families in the Louisville community. A donation of any size makes a big difference in the lives of countless families and youth.

Ways to submit donations:

To send us a check to:

P.O. Box 1355
Louisville, KY 40201

make it payable to:

First Gethsemane Center for Family Development

 Additional ways to partner through giving with us

Sign up for Kroger Rewards

The Kroger Rewards program offers and way for you to donate to your favorite charity for FREE–while you shop. Log into your Kroger Rewards account and designate the 1st G CFD to receive a percentage of your spending as a donation from Kroger.

PayPal Giving Fund

You can now set up your gifts (recurring or one-time) through your PayPal account and the PayPal Giving Fund  – paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/2193988

Follow the link, click donate, and follow the prompts to designate your giving through PayPal. This is a great way to save transactions fees and guarantee that 100% of your money goes to your charity. 

Matching Gifts

Many employers offer matching gifts to support their employee’s philanthropic efforts. Check with your employer to determine if they will match your gift to 1st G Center for Family Development.

CFD Monthly Giving

Become a member of The 1st G CFD village with a monthly donation. Monthly giving is a great way to maximize your support while investing in the long-term sustainability of our programs. The support we receive from our monthly donors is a critical source of continuous, dependable revenue and helps ensure our programs remain unaffected by giving trends or seasonal fluctuations. No amount is too small.

Planned Giving

By including 1st G Center for Family Development in your estate planning, you are establishing a legacy that lasts far beyond your lifetime. Your gift will ensure that 1st G CDF will be here for future generations of families in need.

There are multiple planned giving options to choose from:

  • Bequests, wills, and trusts
  • Retirement plans and life insurance policies
  • Gift annuities
  • Personal property and real estate
  • Gifts of appreciated stocks, bonds, and other securities

We recommend you consult with a qualified attorney or a professional estate planner for advice on which giving option best fits your circumstances.