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CDF Capital We help churches grow by connecting them with Kingdom-minded investors. CDF Capital is a proven partner in church financing. Since 1953.

This is not an offer to sell our securities, and we are not soliciting you to buy our securities. We will offer and sell our securities only in the states where authorized. The offering of our securities is made solely by our Offering Circular. The Certificates are unsecured debt securities subject to the terms, conditions, and risks described in our Offering Circular, including the risk of possib

le loss of the amount invested. Payment is dependent on CDF Capital's financial condition at the time payment is due. CDF Capital securities are not FDIC or SIPC insured, nor are they bank deposits. The CHURCH DEVELOPMENT FUND, CDF CAPITAL, CDF CAPITAL and DESIGN, and DESIGN ONLY trademarks and/or other identifiers referenced herein are trademarks of Church Development Fund, Inc., and may be registered in certain jurisdictions.

09/01/2026

Christ Worship Center Church in Hope Mills, North Carolina, partnered with CDF Capital to build its new church. In the middle of construction, Senior Pastor Ricky Harrell paused to record a message for the people helping make it possible: "We appreciate you, we love you, and we thank you."

This message is for every Kingdom investor who will never set foot in Hope Mills, North Carolina, but whose resources are already there.

It’s challenging to find a financial partner who shares your values. Since 1953, we’ve served hundreds of churches and thousands of investors who want to grow God’s Kingdom with wisdom and care.

Welcome to CDF Capital, Chad. CDF Capital is excited to announce the hiring of Chad Vanderipe as Vice President of Minis...
08/28/2026

Welcome to CDF Capital, Chad.

CDF Capital is excited to announce the hiring of Chad Vanderipe as Vice President of Ministry Development. He will oversee field operations in the central United States, including the states of North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, and Louisiana.

Chad grew up in eastern Washington state, but he has called Oklahoma home since 1992. Outside of work, Chad enjoys spending time with his wife and two grandsons on outdoor adventures and anything fast-paced.

He has a background rooted in ministry and more than fourteen years of experience supporting churches nationwide through campus expansion projects, serving as a liaison between architects and church staff to help move projects forward with clarity and purpose.

When asked about Chad’s fit for the role, Executive Vice President of Lending Mark Briggs said, “In his past ministry work, Chad came alongside churches with great care and attention. We are thrilled to see him continue to build into churches this same way at CDF Capital.”

Chad brings a strong passion for service and a deep understanding of partnering with church leaders. Drawn to CDF Capital’s commitment to serving churches, Chad is excited to contribute and grow as part of our team.

He shared, “I’m honored to be part of the CDF Capital team, driven by a mission to help churches grow and a vision to be a trusted financial partner. Partnering with pastors and church leaders to advance their mission and vision energizes me and makes this work both meaningful and rewarding.”

One of Chad’s favorite verses is Micah 6:8: “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God” (NIV).

If you know Chad, welcome him in the comments.

08/27/2026

The 100 Baptisms in Jail Were Never the Plan

The Bridge Church in Spring Hill, Tennessee, has grown with church financing from CDF Capital. But the story Pastor Ian Simpkins tells in this interview is about growth nobody financed and nobody planned.

A man walked up to him on the patio after a Sunday service and said the local jail had been streaming The Bridge's services every week, with forty people on the waitlist. The church had no idea.

Ian sat down with CDF at the 2025 XP Summit, in front of a room full of executive pastors, and held nothing back. This is what ministry sounds like when a church holds its plans with open hands.

Most people assume they would recognize an investment scam if they saw one. Unfortunately, many scams no longer look sus...
08/26/2026

Most people assume they would recognize an investment scam if they saw one. Unfortunately, many scams no longer look suspicious at first glance. Instead, they initially appear professional and sound legitimate. Sometimes they even come through people we know or organizations that appear trustworthy.

At CDF Capital, we believe wise digital stewardship is part of protecting what God has entrusted to you. Discernment has always been a part of managing money well. Red flags won’t always be obvious, but here are three ways to stay ahead of investment scams.

1. Consider the contact method.

Before you evaluate the opportunity itself, evaluate the way you received it. Most legitimate investments are not marketed through cold texts, direct messages, or unsolicited emails. If someone you do not know approaches you with an investment opportunity through social media, a messaging app, or a professional networking platform, consider it a red flag.

2. Consider the pressure.

A person practicing wisdom does not rush a financial decision, and a trustworthy organization will not ask you to. Pressure is one of the clearest warning signs of a fraudulent investment pitch. An implied sense of urgency is effective because it rushes people past questions, counsel, and careful review. A legitimate opportunity will still be standing after you have had time to pray, ask questions, and talk it over with a trusted advisor.

3. Consider the risk.

Be wary of an offering that downplays the risks or implies your principal is fully protected regardless of what the market does. Ask direct questions about how returns are generated and what risks are involved. A credible organization will welcome your questions and provide clear answers.

If you ever have questions about the security or legitimacy of a communication that appears to come from CDF Capital, contact us directly through our official channels. We are here to walk with you every step of the way.

Read the full article: https://www.cdfcapital.org/how-to-stay-ahead-of-investment-scams/

For the past six months, Tommy Heaton has been getting to know churches across the southeastern United States as CDF Cap...
08/25/2026

For the past six months, Tommy Heaton has been getting to know churches across the southeastern United States as CDF Capital’s Vice President of Ministry Development. We thought it was time to introduce him properly.

Tommy was born and raised in Atlanta, a proud University of Georgia alum, and his career spans church finance, banking, consulting, and private equity.

Outside of work, he and his wife, Heather, stay busy with their two children and their golden retriever, Champ. Tommy is active at Mt. Pisgah Church in Johns Creek, Georgia, where he sings in the choir and often leads worship. He also has a theatrical side, having performed in roles like Daddy Warbucks, Gomez Addams, and Harold Hill.

Mark Briggs, CDF’s Executive Vice President of Lending, said it well: “Tommy has considerable experience in lending and taking good care of his customers. Having the opportunity to use his experiences to serve church leaders excited him about this role.”

Tommy’s passion for churches and Kingdom work ultimately drew him to this ministry. He shared, “As long as I can remember, I have loved the church and sought to use my experience and skills in service to the Kingdom. It’s humbling, exciting, and a tremendous privilege to be able to do this alongside the gifted team at CDF.”

His life verse is 2 Timothy 1:7: “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind” (NKJV).

If you know Tommy, welcome him in the comments.

08/24/2026

When the American church is growing, the whole world is impacted.

In the last three years, CDF Capital helped more than 30 churches across the United States secure their first permanent home for ministry, in cities like Colorado Springs, Atlanta, Boise, Chicago, Eugene, Dallas, Bridgeport, Phoenix, Seattle, Jackson, and San Francisco.

Every one of those churches is now positioned to reach their community, make disciples, and advance the Gospel in a city that needs it.

Thirty congregations. Thirty communities with a church that is here to stay. This is what Kingdom investing builds.

Since 1953, CDF Capital has been helping churches grow.

In 1962, when she was just thirty years old, Letty Briggs stumbled across an article that described a problem for church...
08/21/2026

In 1962, when she was just thirty years old, Letty Briggs stumbled across an article that described a problem for churches. When she read about the group’s solution, she became inspired. She put $500 in an envelope and dropped it in the mail. And with that, Letty became CDF Capital’s very first investor.

On Wednesday, Letty Briggs passed away. She was 94 years old. While we mourn her passing, we celebrate her influence on the Kingdom.

The article linked in the comments provides a glimpse of her story.

08/20/2026

Sixteen people went public with their faith at Crosspoint - Fishers, one of our partners in Indianapolis.

Person after person going under the water and coming up to the sound of their church family cheering.

This is what Kingdom investing helps support.

When local churches thrive, lives are transformed, including these 16.

08/19/2026

83 Baptisms in One Day at Waters Church

Eighty-three people were baptized in one day at Waters Church in New England.

Kingdom investing is behind moments like this one. Every baptism is the public ending of a private story. Someone walked through a door, heard the gospel, and decided to follow Jesus.

Waters Church makes room for those stories week after week. CDF Capital celebrates this momentous day for the Kingdom alongside our partners there.

We believe every investment should matter, every loan should serve, and every church should have a growth path. This video gives 83 reasons why.

Credit is such an integral part of our economy that it feels completely natural to get into debt. In some instances, deb...
08/17/2026

Credit is such an integral part of our economy that it feels completely natural to get into debt. In some instances, debt seems impossible to avoid. So how can we know if our debt is getting out of control?

If we want to diagnose our debt, we need to understand it.

Not all debt is the same, and certain kinds of credit are better than others.

Good debt is credit used toward something that grows in value or builds long-term stability, such as student loans within reason, a mortgage, or a reasonable car loan.

Bad debt is credit used on things that lose value fast, such as vacations, clothes, meals charged to a card with no real plan to pay it down.

Toxic debt is predatory lending with sky-high interest, payday loans, title loans, rent-to-own plans. Some payday loans carry interest rates averaging 400 percent.

Managing debt well is part of faithful stewardship. If you're caught in toxic debt, seek credit counseling right away, and don't wait to ask for help.

Read more on recognizing good, bad, and toxic debt: https://www.cdfcapital.org/recognizing-good-bad-and-toxic-debt/

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