The RED INK on FINANCES Jesus said, "Freely you have received, freely give..."  We obey this way:  No plates, No baskets, No begging, No sales, No guilt!  And, Jesus made this part clear : "But when you give, let not your left hand know what your right hand does:  That your gift may be in secret:and your Father which sees in secret ...will reward you." Questions:                           Donations: -What is the first, second and third tithe?  Answer:  Biblically there is actually a three-fold tithe. The first tithe is for the ministry. The second tithe is primarily for the Feasts. The third tithe is given every three years, and is set aside for those in need - widows, orphans and Levites.(more...) -What about tax deductions? Answer: Tax deductions should have little to do with gifts to the Lord YHVH, however, the provision, made by our government, is available under certain cercumstances. Note that this ministry IS NOT a tax-exempt corporation recognized by the State or Federal government. (more...)   General Offering (where needed)   Use these buttons to tithe. If you do not understand 1st, 2nd and 3rd tithe, learn first, then give.   First Tithe (ministry expenses)   Second Tithe (sojourner's offering)   Third Tithe (needy)   Third Tithe (Don & Pam)  Thanks. Your gifts are greatly appreciated and help us to maintain the TRI web site, provide special services and features like our video streaming, email newsletters, product production and distribution and world-wide support of those who desire the way of YHVH!  Click for audio message.(Choose OPEN) Would you like to avoid Pay Pal fees? We would, too! Nearly 2 1/2 % of your gifts will not reach us if you use Pay Pal. Some feel that the speed in which we receive donations is a help, but we never play that "close to the cuff". We do not have urgent needs requiring your gifts so quickly. If you send a check, no fees are incurred.  Please send your checks to the following address: Send to: TRI Ministries PO Box 718 Pie Town, NM 87827    ON TITHES 1)  I set aside 10% for the work of ministry. The fiscal spending of money for the ministry all comes from tithes sent to this ministry. When devoid of the waste and frivolity of modern religion and expectations of modern clergy, it will be found to be more than enough to preach the gospel around the world. 2)  Ten percent of my annual income is set aside for the expenses of the Feasts: travel - food costs (we only buy the best for YHVH). The material needs of the Feasts such as tents, tables, facility costs, etc. all come from second tithe sent for this purpose.   Some people who attend buy all they need for the Feasts and then give the remainder for facilities or travel expense for others. The abundance of food is given to the poor in the community. (Sojourner's offering)  When this ordinance is followed, there is never an excuse that the Feasts cannot be kept or attended. 3) The third tithe is set aside as a personal account to make sure we have plenty to give to those in need. This tithe amounts to only 3.3% of annual income. The Levite is mentioned along with the widows and orphans, because they had no inheritance. They had no land, no possessions and made their "living" by the kindness and obedience of YHVH's people.  The Levite, whose life was given to service, owned nothing; yet he had needs like everyone else. This is why we read in Deuteronomy 12:19 "Take heed to thyself that thou forsake not the Levite as long as thou livest upon the earth." Although those of us who have chosen to live this way are poor in man's eyes, we are dear to the heart of the One we serve. Nearly no one is in this situation today. (Ministry comes with a retirement plan today!) I never thought the third tithe was enough to alleviate the needs of the poor. However, if everyone does it, it may be more than is needed for the widows (indeed), the fatherless and the Levite. My commitment is to not spend the tithe (neither ours nor the tithe given to the ministry) for personal items. We do not and will not take a salary from the tithe. The needs of the Levite are to come from the third tithe -- not the first. Please designate your gifts accordingly (First, Second, or Third tithe).   RETURN TO TOP    ON TAXES Any money sent to this organization is considered a donation to the ministry. As a matter of deeply held religious belief, any gift, contribution or donation to Think Red Ink, Think Red Ink Ministries, Don Harris, Red Letter Academy or any other identity associated with the ministry of Don Harris should NOT be considered tax deductible, in whole or in part. The Ministry of T.R.I. does not minister the Gospel under a 501 (c)(3), Non-Profit, Not-for-Profit, or any other such organization. We are a church, however, it is unlikely we adequately fulfill every criteria laid out for a "church" found in the IRS tax code. We are a part of the body of Christ (Messiah)* and therefore have no entity, person or corporate status with the United States of America (Federal government), or any State of the US pertaining to tax favor, privilege or exemption. All contributions provide only  "intangible religious benefits" (language from IRSC) to givers. All contributions to this ministry should be considered as gifts, tithes and offerings to our God, YHVH. They will be considered and handled as such by this ministry. You should not attempt to deduct your gifts to this ministry from your State or Federal taxes. RETURN TO TOP