10A COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL OCTOBER 18, 2018
Living 50 Plus in Cottage Grove
Giving safely as the holiday season approaches
People often gain a greater sense of purpose and happiness after
giving to charity, and seniors are no exception. According to a study
from Merrill Lynch and Age Wave, today’s retirees are almost six
times more likely to defi ne success by generosity than their wealth
when compared to seniors of yesteryear.
Seniors’ eagerness to give makes them prime targets for charity
fraud. Giving in retirement while avoiding fraudsters is challeng-
ing, but seniors who recognize their vulnerability can reduce their
risk of falling victim to criminals.
Research before giving
To ensure a donation will be spent in the way it was intended,
seniors should thoroughly research organizations before becoming
donors. One of the fi rst places
to start is Charity Navigator. A
501(c)(3) public charity, Char-
ity Navigator has been steering
the public in the right direction
regarding charities since 2001.
Their analysts research thou-
sands of fi nancial documents,
rating charities on accountabil-
ity, transparency and perfor-
mance, among other criteria.
Individuals also can research
charities by getting recommen-
dations from friends and family,
as well as learning about organi-
zations through the Better Busi-
ness Bureau. Online rankings
and scam alerts can help with
decision-making as well.
Don’t feel pressured
High-quality charities do not
need to resort to pressure tactics to solicit funds. Similarly, individ-
uals should not feel put upon to donate because of gifts received in
the mail. Such gifts commonly include note pads and return address
labels. Seniors should make donations based on how they feel about
a particular charity and the difference they want to make.
Be aware of sound-alike charities
Some fraudulent charities like to piggyback on the success of rep-
utable organizations. They may operate under names that sound
similar to legitimate charities or create business logos that are near-
ly identical. People should not be fooled by these tactics.
Explore all the ways to give
Seniors can give back in var-
ious ways. Charitable gift annuities and charitable trusts are great
ways to give, and seniors can even donate senior discounts through
a giving site called Boomerang Giving. Seniors also can volunteer
their time.
Donate directly
Contact a charity directly to donate instead of using a middle per-
son or unconfi rmed entity on the phone. Use a credit card or check
so there is a receipt of the donation.
Opt out of information sharing
Donating to one charity should not result in a deluge of solicita-
tions from others. Individuals should tell a charity they do not want
their personal information shared. This also helps to reduce the risk
of being contacted by bogus charities.
Seniors who give to charity reap many rewards. But safeguard-
ing one’s fi nances is of paramount importance when donating to
charity.
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Cottage Grove Faith Center
33761 Row River Rd.
541-942-4851
Lead Pastor: Kevin Pruett
www.cg4.tv
Full Childrenʼs Ministry available
Service: 10:00am
DRAIN:
HOPE U.M.C.
131 W “A” St. Drain, OR
541-315-1617
Pastor: Lura Kidner-Miesen
Fellowship & Song: 11:30am
Potluck Lunch: 12:00pm
Worship: 12:30pm
COTTAGE GROVE:
6th & Gibbs Church of
Christ
195 N. 6th St. • 541-942-3822
Pastor: Aaron Earlywine
Youth & Families Pastor:
Seth Bailey
Service: 10am,
Sunday School: 9am for all ages
Christian Education
Nursery for pre-k - 3rd Grade
www.6thandgibbs.com
Calvary Baptist Church
77873 S 6th St • 541-942-4290
Pastor: Riley Hendricks
Sunday School: 9:45am
Worship: 11:00am
The Journey: Sunday 5:00pm
Praying Thru Life: Wednesday
6:00pm
KNND and the Opal Center
proudly presents a reenactment of the
1938 Orson Wells radio broadcast
War of the Worlds
7pm Tuesday
Oct 31st
on KNND the Mighty AM 1400
Tickets available at:
Th e Opal Center and the Craft y Mercantile
or purchase online at www.opalcentercg.org
Ticket prices $7 for adults
and $5 for children
Sponsored by: Starfi re Lumber, Les Schwab Tire Center, Rogers
& Son Floor Covering, Little Caesar Pizza, Flower Basket &
Gift Boutique, Dave’s Place & Hair Design, Grove Medical
Equipment & Supplies, Big Stuff BBQ, Vintage Inn Restaurant,
Jim’s Automotive and Torero’s Mexican Restaurant
Delight Valley
Church of Christ
33087 Saginaw Rd. East
541-942-7711
Pastor: Bob Friend
Two Services:
9am - Classic in the Chapel
10:30am - Contemporary in the
Auditorium
First Presbyterian Church
3rd and Adams St
541-942-4479
Pastor: Karen Hill
Worship: 10:00am
Sunday School: 10:00am
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help
and St. Philip Benizi
Catholic Churches
1025 N. 19th St.
541-942-3420
Father: Joseph Hung Nguyen
Holy Mass:
Tue-Thu: 8:30am; Sat:5:30pm
Sun: 10:30am
Confession: After daily mass,
Sat. 4-5pm or by appointment
St. Philip Benizi, Creswell
552 Holbrock Lane
541-895-8686, Sunday: 8:30am
St. Andrews Episcopal
Church
1301 W. Main • 541-767-9050
Rev. Lawrence Crumb
“Church with the fl ags.”
Worship: Sunday 10:30am
All Welcome
Seventh-day Adventist
Church
820 South 10th Street
541-942-5213
Pastor: Kevin Miller
Bible Study: Saturday, 9:15 am
Worship Service: Saturday,
10:40 am
Mid-week Service: Wednesday,
1:00 pm
Hope Fellowship
United Pentecostal Church
100 S. Gateway Blvd.
541-942-2061
Pastor: Dave Bragg
Worship: 11:00am Sunday
Calvary Chapel Cottage
Bible Study: 7:00pm Wednesday
Grove
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1447 Hwy 99 (Village Plaza)
“FINDING HOPE IN YOUR LIFE” Trinity Lutheran Church
541-942-6842
6th & Quincy • 541-942-2373
Pastor: Jeff Smith
Living Faith Assembly
Pastor: James L. Markus
Two Services on Sun:
467 S. 10th St. • 541-942-2612
Sunday School & Adult Education
9am & 10:45am
Pastor Rulon Combs
9:15am
Youth Group Bible Study
Sunday Worship 10:30 am
Child Care 10:45am Service Only Worship & Childrenʼs
Church 10:00 am
Comm. Kitchen Free Meal Tue &
www.cgcalvary.org
Youth 180 Mondays 5:30-8pm
Thur 5:00pm TLC Groups
tlccg.com
Center for Spiritual Living
Non-Denominational
Cottage Grove
Church of Christ
United Methodist Church
700 Gibbs Ave.
1041 Pennoyer Ave
334 Washington • 541-942-3033
(Community Center)
Pastor:Lura Kidner-Miesen
541-942-8928
Rev. Bobby Lee
Worship: 10:30am
Preacher: Tony Martin
Meets Sunday 3:00 p.m.
Comm. Dinner (Adults $5,
Sunday Bible Study:10:00am
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Kids Free)
Sunday Worship:10:50am &
2nd & 3rd Monday 5-6:00pm
5:30pm
Church of Christ
cottagegroveumc.org
420 Monroe St • 541-942-8565 www.pennoyeravecoc.com
Sunday Service: 10:30am
Old Time Gospel Fellowship “VICTORY” Country Church
913 S. 6th Street • 541-942-5913
Cottage Grove Bible Church 103 S. 5th St. • 541-942-4999
Pastor: Barbara Dockery
Pastor: Jim Edwards
1200 East Quincy Avenue
Worship Service: 10:00am
Sunday Service: 10:00am
541-942-4771
Message: “WE BELIEVE IN
Join us in Traditional
Pastor:Bob Singer
MIRACLES”
Christian Worship
Worship 11am
Sunday School:9:45am
AWANA age 3-8th Grade,
Wednesdays Sept-May, 6:30pm
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