Steward the missionDevelopment
Development at Calvary Chapel University is simply a matter of FAITH in Jesus and TRUST in His provision. “Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, have faith that you will receive it. Then you will get it.” Mark 11:24
Development at Calvary Chapel University
Faith for the work. Trust for the provision.
President Chapin Marsh introduces the heart behind development: prayerful partnership, faithful stewardship, and confidence in God’s provision for the university’s mission.
Where God guides, God provides.
Faith and provision
Development Scripture
Here are our DAILY Development Goals for meeting our mission, vision, values, annual Word for the Year, and Development Prayer—our primary manner of raising funds and moving Development forward at Calvary Chapel University.
“Freely you received, freely give.”Matthew 10:8
Matthew 28:18–19
“To be a premier Christian university”
Simply Jesus
Sound Doctrine
Servant Leadership
“I have heard of you, that the Spirit of God is in you, and that light and understanding and excellent wisdom are found in you.”Daniel 5:14 NKJV
Development Prayer
- “Lord, please help me/us love God and love others really well, and we ask for 1 new fully paid and enrolled student a day to enroll at Calvary Chapel University.”
- “Please show us how we can make disciples world-wide every day starting in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and the outer part of the world. Please bring 1 new prayer partner each day to support us in this calling Jesus, amen.”
- “We ask for wisdom, vision, protection, provision, favor and fun in all we do, in Jesus’ name, amen. Please call those you have chosen to support your work at Calvary Chapel University in every way possible, In Jesus’ name, amen.”
Approved development priorities
Development Goals
The university's latest approved development list identifies six priorities for prayer, stewardship, access, and long-term sustainability.
Alumni Participation
Planned giving pathways
Develop Spanish language for all degrees
Grow reserves to over $1 Million dollars by End of 2027-28 school year with 15% annual surplus
Pray and research physical campus
Pray for Daily Provision
A six-part institutional framework
Strategic Plan
The published 2026–2031 Strategic Plan organizes university priorities across academics, administration, facilities, institutional effectiveness, development and advancement, and year-to-year projections.
The plan is reviewed each spring and summer, presented for board approval in July or August, and monitored throughout the academic year alongside the approved budget and institutional assessment data.
Mission and academic direction
Academic programs, accreditation, student outcomes, library resources, and institutional assessment remain connected to the university's mission.
Development and advancement
The plan identifies alumni involvement, planned giving, accreditation stewardship, prayer, and annual campaigns as continuing priorities.
Annual review and accountability
Goals, timelines, budgets, and assessment findings move through a recurring review, revision, approval, and monitoring cycle.
Development Plan
Explore the university’s development goals and ways to advance the mission through alumni involvement, planned giving, and prayer.
Evidence into action
Assessment Plan
The 2026–2027 Institutional Assessment Plan describes a recurring process for examining mission-aligned evidence, interpreting results, and using what is learned to improve academic and institutional work.
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Define the question
Connect the assessment focus to the university mission, goals, and expected outcomes.
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Choose the evidence
Identify appropriate direct and indirect evidence, methods, responsibilities, and timing.
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Collect information
Gather the identified evidence during the academic year through established institutional processes.
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Analyze findings
Review the results, identify patterns, and determine what the evidence shows about progress.
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Respond and close the loop
Document decisions and use findings to inform improvement, planning, and resource allocation.
A recurring improvement cycle
Time, Talent & Treasure
Development Brochure
Inside are sections on who the university is; time, talent, and treasure; ways to give; legacy partnerships; planned giving; gift annuities; scholarships; endowments; directed donations; and IRA rollover giving.
Giving, tax, estate, and retirement-account requirements can change. Confirm current arrangements directly with the university and review personal decisions with a qualified advisor.
Alumni Perspective
Faithful learning. Lasting impact.
Hear alumna Miray Jaksa reflect on her experience at Calvary Chapel University and the lasting value of a Christ-centered education.
Over 90% of Calvary Chapel University students receive significant IN HOUSE financial aid. We have had students from 35 countries and 6 of the 7 continents. Most of our students are in some form of ministry. Your generosity helps virtually all Calvary Chapel University students attend and eventually graduate from Calvary Chapel University. THANK YOU!
Documented through the 2025–2026 reporting year
Results Since 2000
The report records gifts, grants, in-kind support, and other estimated development value totaling $10,353,231.
The report identifies $582,250 in development value for the 2025–2026 reporting year.
The report calculates an average annual development value of $397,508 across the period.
The report records alumni participation above 45 percent.
Invest in the Mission
Turn Generosity Into Impact
Every prayer, student or staff referral, cash gift, gift in kind, bequest and encouragement helps Calvary Chapel University prepare students for faithful service for Jesus! Your enthusiastic participation and PARTNERSHIP strengthens our ability to share Calvary Chapel University with people as we make disciples of Jesus Christ WORLD-WIDE every day!
Invest in what God is doing TODAY around the world. Did you know your INVESTMENT is both ETERNAL and PRACTICAL as Calvary Chapel University has and continues to minister in, to and through 6 of the 7 continents and over 35 of 50 states!
Here are just a few ideas to help you PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER your INVESTMENT in Calvary Chapel University. How would you like to have invested in the original work God created at Harvard? Perhaps Calvary Chapel University could be that opportunity for you now as we take up the original mantle of Harvard as our motto:
Pastor Mike Macintosh reminded the Horizon Christian Academy Leadership team (of whom a few are also serving at Calvary Chapel University), these faith tips:
Faith is all around us and it is the Lord who leads us into moments of great faith.
“Faith is the assurance of things hoped for and conviction of things not seen.” — Hebrews 11:1
When our faith wavers, remember it is God’s Word that builds it back up.
“Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God.” — Romans 10:17
Do the last thing you heard the Lord tell you and obey that and you can’t go wrong.
“Obedience is better than sacrifice.” — 1 Samuel 15:22
Ways to Invest
- Pray with and for us
- Refer students our way
- Refer faculty and staff our way
- Teach for us
- Join our administration team
- Donate cash
- Donate gifts in kind (computers, land, campus, etc.)
- Leave Calvary Chapel University in your will as part of your estate
- Donate stocks, bonds, or other assets
- Other bequests
- Drop us an encouraging text, email, or handwritten card—we LOVE those!
We trust the Lord to supernaturally provide for His work, His way. He has been so faithful for 26 years and counting.
May the Lord bless and encourage you as you consider investing with Jesus in the work of MAKING DISCIPLES of JESUS CHRIST, WORLD-WIDE, every day!
Explore Ways to InvestThank You and Bless You!
Join the workSupport the mission through prayerful partnership.
Explore the verified ways to pray, refer, give, or begin a conversation with the university. “Freely you received, freely give.” Matt 10:8