Nonprofits and churches were experiencing a “crisis of confidence” in the late 1970s. Scandal after scandal highlighted the great need for standards and accountability, and from it, the ECFA seal was born to help regain and enhance trust.

In episode one, Michael Martin unpacks a little of the seal's history and gives a taste of the conversations coming over the next few weeks. 

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Table of Contents:
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02:41 – Michael’s inspiration for the podcast and what to expect!
06:33 – History of ECFA and the origin of the Seal. Inspiring credibility and confidence. 
14:03 – Integrity does not mean perfection!
17:32 – What’s behind the seal? Trust.

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• Seven Standards of Responsible Stewardship: https://www.ecfa.org/Standards.aspx


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