Why we ask for donations
When we invite readers to financially partner with First15, we’re often asked some version of the same question: “Why do you ask for money?” Or, “Why do you ask so often?”Or even, “Why does it take so much to fund a daily devotional?” These are good and important questions, and we’re grateful you ask them. Discerning where God is leading you to give matters. Trust and stewardship matter. And asking thoughtful questions is an essential part of faithful generosity.
Our simple answer
First15 exists not just to create content, but to cultivate a movement. Our calling isn’t simply to publish devotionals, it’s to help believers make daily time with God a foundational, life-shaping practice. And we believe access to God’s presence should never be limited by cost. That’s why First15 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and 100% donor-funded. We offer written devotionals, guided prayers, worship, podcasts, and app-based resources completely free. We don’t charge subscriptions, sell memberships, rely on advertisers, or place content behind paywalls. We believe the truth that transforms lives should always be accessible to everyone. Every devotional you read, every song you worship with, and every prayer that leads someone closer to Jesus exists because of generous donors.
The impact of your generosity
Thanks to our donors, the mission is working. In the past 12 months alone, First15 content has been experienced more than 45.5 million times through devotionals, guided prayers, worship, podcasts, and our app. That’s 45.5 million encounters with God, and the reach continues to grow every day. As the opportunity grows, so do the resources required to steward it well. That’s why we periodically invite our community to invest financially in accelerating this mission.
Our commitment to integrity
Your donations don’t line pockets, they fuel ministry. Our team receives fair, industry-standard compensation, verified by third-party research. We are committed to the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and stewardship, because we take the trust of our donors seriously. Every gift directly supports creating meaningful experiences with God for people around the world. Thank you for asking. Thank you for reading. And thank you for helping make daily time with God possible for millions. If you have additional questions, we’d love to hear from you at [email protected].
Real Impact. Real Stories.
My son Chas was addicted to alcohol and drugs, and he was in an accident where a man lost his life. He was sentenced to 25 years in prison. Over the course of the next four years, I printed out the First15 daily devotional and sent it to my son each day. He would read them and leave them in the day room at the prison. About five years into his incarceration, he told me that he felt like God was putting him there for a reason. He said other prisoners were encountering God, and it was changing their lives. Long story short, this lit a fire under him. He created faith-based programs using basketball and CrossFit to bring men together. From that point on, I started sending all these devotionals to men throughout the prison system. And I can tell you, it had a profound impact on all of them. Thousands and thousands of men have converted to Christ over the past 14 years, and it's been a blessing. Thank you for all that you do. God bless you. And just know how much love we have for you.
Charles
My dad has cancer. My mom has heart issues. One morning I asked if she wanted to do devotions with me, and now we do First15 every day. She loves the song at the end. Thank you for helping my mom connect with God again.
Rose
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If you have additional questions, we’d love to hear from you at [email protected].