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In Italy, where family is central to daily life, many still feel disconnected—longing for deeper relationships, peace, and purpose. Most have never met a follower of Jesus, and the hope of the gospel remains distant. That’s where we come in. As a family living in Rome since 2008, we invest in local relationships through FamilyLife, offering gospel-centered tools, heartfelt conversations, and leadership development that strengthen families from the inside out. Whether around the dinner table or in a local shop opened for community gatherings, we’re helping people rediscover what they were made for: connection with God, with each other, and with their world. When people encounter Jesus through trusted friendships and practical resources, they begin to thrive—and make a difference right where they are. Be a part of what God is doing—sign up for our monthly prayer letter, pray with us for families across Italy, and help fuel the mission by giving a gift that makes an eternal impact.

Many generous partners like you are discovering how to maximize their kingdom impact—not just for Cru, but also for their local church and other ministries—without ever touching their checking or savings accounts. Here are four powerful ways to give smarter:

• Stock Gifts – Avoid capital gains and give more.
• Donor Advised Fund – Streamline your giving with tax efficiency.
• IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution (age 70½+) – Reduce taxable income while advancing the gospel.
• Cru Foundation is a ministry of Cru designed to serve you with strategic, tax-smart giving solutions at no cost to you. Our mission is to help ensure more of your generosity fuels the Great Commission, not taxes. 
  

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