“Calvin Edwards’ background of working with donors, businesses, foundations and other non-profits has been unique and invaluable as we consider what we are trying to accomplish as a new foundation. His participation has proved to be very beneficial, especially as we have recently embarked on several large projects including a 3-year partnership with an excellent ministry for African children affected by AIDS, war and famine.”

Mr. Jeff Barker
President
St. Marys United Methodist Church Foundation, Inc.

“Calvin Edwards & Company helped me discover specific categories of ministries I want to support – those organizations that address issues that consistently tug at my heart. The money God has entrusted to me is now going where I believe he wants it to go.”

Ms. LeAnne Martin

“We have always believed giving was important, but when our giving grew to a significant level, we wanted to be much more intentional. We turned to Calvin Edwards & Company for help. Their analysis, guidance, wisdom, and gentle prodding have enabled us to become much more organized and strategic about the money we contribute.”

Mr. & Mrs. Mark & Lori Elliott
Great Hope Foundation

“Calvin is highly experienced in applying the principles of giving, and in helping others to do so. For those who want to make the most of their charitable giving “investments,” I strongly encourage them to work with Calvin Edwards & Company.”

Mr. Alan Gotthardt, CPA, CFP
Author, The Eternity Portfolio

“At Calvin Edwards & Company, we found a group of individuals who, in order to maximize the effectiveness of philanthropy, were committed to combining their wealth of nonprofit business experience with their passion for helping donors give thoughtfully. As both a donor and a founder of a nonprofit Christian organization, I found a safe place in Calvin Edwards & Company to seek knowledgeable and trustworthy advice concerning philanthropy. I highly recommend the firm’s services to donors who are looking for dedicated, faithful professionals to help them give effectively and to assist the nonprofits to which they trust their gifts.”

Mr. P. Shawn Plunkett
Founder, President
Mere Christianity Forum, Inc.

“Calvin Edwards is a man of character and integrity; a natural leader, whom others willingly follow. It is a delight to work with him, and we have found that we can count on him for both sound advice and dependable implementation.”

Dr. Patrick Fagan
William H.G. FitzGerald Research Fellow
The Heritage Foundation

“As the board member of a ministry that I care about, I have a responsibility to ensure that I understand its true position, and help the leadership understand areas they may need to address. I hired Calvin Edwards & Company to analyze the ministry and give me a briefing. Calvin brought his considerable experience and an independent perspective to the task, and asked a lot of questions that I would not have known to ask. He did an excellent, thorough analysis.”

Mr. John Crawford
Managing Director
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

“Calvin Edwards & Company has a unique ability to 'sift through' all the clutter of information and cut to the most important aspects of organizational capacity building and development. Their sensitivity to the independent nature of faith-based organizations is an asset when instructing these communities to become organized and purposeful without losing the unique character of who they are.”

Mrs. Claudia Horn
Principal
Performance Results, Inc.

“As my consultant, Calvin shepherded me through the process from beginning to end…his willingness was critical to getting this nonprofit set up so we could start helping people. I knew what I wanted to do, but there was no way I could have done it without assistance from Calvin Edwards & Company. Calvin has my thanks, and my respect.”

Dr. Jonathan Carr
President & Owner
Palliative Pharmacy Solutions, Inc.

“Calvin Edwards & Company’s services are very useful for donors, as they help givers look into not just the heart of the ministry, but also the head (organization, finance, etc.). Additionally, in the end, their work is helpful to nonprofits who often use their materials internally and/or with other donors.”

Dr. Tom Roddy
President
Atlanta Resource Foundation

“Calvin Edwards & Company has been a great asset as we have taken an amorphous idea from concept to practical reality….[Calvin] has a wonderful ability to listen, grasp a concept, and then develop a written, realistic model that accomplishes what we are trying to express….We provided input and Calvin handed us a cohesive finished product….His services were invaluable, and Calvin Edwards & Company has our deepest thanks.”

Mrs. Angie Allen & Ms. Enid Draluck
Founders
Full Circle Living

“The charitable giving planning process you designed for us has enabled us to extend our existing product line. We believe it will greatly enhance the philanthropy service we provide to clients. Your efforts will make it possible for us to add more value for our clients, and as a result, value to our firm.”

Mr. Chris Dardaman, CPA, CFP
Chief Executive Officer
Polstra & Dardaman