Our story
A simple idea, rooted in love.
GiftGivers exists for one reason: nobody should have to skip a milestone because money is tight. We’re a Christian community that helps make sure birthdays, weddings, and holidays don’t get quietly missed.
From the founder
Hi, I’m Ryan.
I’m Ryan Nelsen — a Christian, and someone who has always wanted to help people in real, tangible ways. GiftGivers is something I’m building because I couldn’t shake the feeling that there should be an easier way for generous people to reach families who could use a hand.
This isn’t a polished organization with a long history yet. It’s the early days. I’m spending the next several months focused full-time on getting this off the ground — figuring out how to do it well, how to do it honestly, and how to do it in a way that respects everyone involved.
The work is grounded in faith, but the doors are open to anyone — giver or recipient — regardless of what they believe. We’re called to love our neighbors, and that means all of them.
If you’ve found this site, thank you for being here. Whether you’re someone who wants to give, or someone who could use the help, you’re welcome here.
— Ryan Nelsen, Founder
What we believe
Three things shape everything we do
Dignity first
Asking for help is hard. We never make it harder. Requests stay private, and recipients are always treated like family — not cases.
Open doors
Our faith is the why behind what we do. But you don’t need to share it to give or receive. Anyone willing to love their neighbor is welcome here.
Honest, always
We’re new, and we’ll tell you exactly where we are in the journey. No inflated numbers, no marketing tricks. Just gifts, families, and the people who make it happen.
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
— 1 Peter 4:10
Want to be part of this?
Whether you’re here to give or here to ask, take the next step.