Phoenix Clinic’s “12 Gifts of Healing” Transform Lives This Christmas
This holiday season, Phoenix families and businesses have a unique opportunity to give a gift that truly heals. The Neighborhood Christian Clinic (NCC) has launched its inaugural “12 Gifts of Healing” catalog, inviting the community to support vital medical, dental, and behavioral health care for uninsured and underserved neighbors right here in central Phoenix.
Beyond the Tree: Gifts That Make a Difference
Forget another sweater or gadget; these “Gifts of Healing” offer a chance to directly impact a neighbor’s life in Jesus’ name. Each catalog item underwrites essential services, providing care that many Phoenix residents would otherwise go without. NCC’s Executive Director, Angie Shope, emphasizes that these gifts declare, “You are seen. You are worth excellent care. And God has not forgotten you.”
Life-Changing Care in Action
The catalog features tangible ways to help. For example, “Lifesaving Diabetic Care” helps provide insulin, testing materials, education, and spiritual support for patients struggling with dangerously high blood sugar. Many patients, like Esperanza, arrive having delayed care for years due to cost, often battling multiple health issues and deep fear.
Esperanza’s story highlights the profound need: she sought dental care for infected teeth, only to discover a blood sugar level of 375, too high for safe treatment. Battling depression after losing her daughter, she needed “whole-person care—medical, dental, behavioral health, and spiritual care—hope, encouragement, and a care team who would pray with her and walk with her.” With support, her health stabilized, her faith renewed, and she finally received the dental treatment she desperately needed. This holistic transformation is what the “12 Gifts of Healing” make possible.
Explore the Gifts of Healing
Donors can choose from a range of impactful gifts, directly contributing to the well-being of the Phoenix community:
- Sponsor the Clinic for a Day: Underwrite a full day of comprehensive medical, dental, and spiritual care for uninsured families.
- Give Lifesaving Diabetic Care: Provide access to insulin, testing supplies, education, and prayer for patients to stabilize their health and maintain their livelihoods.
- Lay a Foundation of Dignity: Contribute to the Clinic Flooring Renewal project, supporting over 10,000 patient visits annually with renewed dignity.
- Speed Care with Digital Precision: Help equip the dental team with a digital oral scanner for faster, more accurate, and comfortable visits.
A Strategic Investment in Phoenix’s Workforce
For individuals, churches, and businesses in Phoenix, these gifts are not just charity; they are a strategic investment in the health and well-being of the local workforce. By supporting NCC, donors help ensure that neighbors can get the care they need to stay healthy, productive, and caring for their families.
| Gift Type | Impact for Phoenix Neighbors | NCC Example |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Care | Stabilizes chronic conditions, provides essential supplies | Lifesaving Diabetic Care |
| Clinic Operations | Ensures facility can serve thousands efficiently | Sponsor the Clinic for a Day |
| Infrastructure | Improves patient experience and dignity | Clinic Flooring Renewal |
| Dental Technology | Enhances accuracy, speed, and comfort of dental treatments | Speed Care with Digital Precision |
Arizona Charitable Tax Credit: Your Gift Goes Further
For Arizona taxpayers, gifts to the Neighborhood Christian Clinic through the “12 Gifts of Healing” catalog qualify for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit (QCO Code 20278). This means you can reduce your Arizona state tax liability dollar-for-dollar, up to $495 for individuals or $987 for married couples filing jointly. It’s a powerful way to give back and receive a direct tax benefit.
“When someone chooses a Gift of Healing, there’s a patient on the other side of that generosity—someone who walks through our doors worried and walks out knowing they are cared for in Jesus’ name,” says Shope.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 12 Gifts of Healing
- What is the Neighborhood Christian Clinic (NCC)?
NCC is a Christ-centered, 501(c)(3) nonprofit medical, dental, and behavioral health clinic dedicated to serving uninsured adults in Phoenix who cannot afford care elsewhere. They combine professional healthcare with prayer and spiritual support. - Who benefits from the “12 Gifts of Healing” catalog?
The gifts directly benefit uninsured and underserved adults in the Phoenix community who need medical, dental, or behavioral health services. - Are these gifts eligible for an Arizona tax credit?
Yes, gifts to NCC through this catalog qualify for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit (QCO Code 20278), allowing taxpayers to reduce their state tax liability dollar-for-dollar up to specific limits. - Where can I find the “12 Gifts of Healing” catalog?
The catalog is available online at thechristianclinic.org/shop. - Can businesses and churches participate?
Absolutely. Individuals, churches, and businesses are encouraged to use the catalog for alternative Christmas gifts, employee recognition, or to demonstrate community commitment.
By choosing a Gift of Healing this Christmas, you’re not just giving a present; you’re providing care, comfort, and spiritual support that heals lives right here in our Phoenix community.
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