frequently asked questions
Who is Open Doors?
Since 1955, Open Doors has been helping people follow Jesus all over the world, no matter the cost. We do this by providing discipleship, emergency relief and community development to persecuted Christians in over 70 countries.
Where do my donations go?
If you give a general donation to the ministry of Open Doors, your gift will provide discipleship, emergency relief and community development to where it is most needed, worldwide. Open Doors works in over 70 countries and tailor our support to the specific needs of the local church.
If you choose to give to a specific appeal or campaign, your donation could help smuggle Bibles into dangerous countries, provide shelter for those fleeing from persecution, or rebuild homes and churches after war.
You can find out more about how your donations are used in our annual Impact Report.
How do I update my payment or personal details?
To update your payment or personal details, please contact our team at info@od.org.nz or call us on (04) 232 7055.
Where is my prayer guide?
Prayer guides are distributed quarterly. You can expect to receive yours each February, May, August, and November. You can also find the prayer guide online here.
If your prayer guide hasn’t arrived, please call our team on (04) 232 7055.
Is Open Doors tax-deductible?
Some gifts to Open Doors New Zealand are eligible for a tax credit for donations.
These gifts are given to the ‘Ministry within New Zealand’ and are applied solely and exclusively within New Zealand.
Please contact our team for more information at info@od.org.nz or call us on (04) 232 7055.
How can I get involved?
There are many ways for you to support the persecuted church. Every bit helps!
You can:
- Subscribe to the survival of the persecuted church by giving monthly.
- Pray.
- Give to an appeal.
- Attend an event.
- Write a letter to a persecuted Christian.
