The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, comprising 3 million members across over 8,600 worshiping communities. With a mission centered on the saving grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ, the ELCA promotes unity among Christians and emphasizes service to the world. The national office, known as the Lutheran Center, is located in Chicago, Illinois, and employs approximately 400 staff members who support various ministries, including Lutheran Disaster Response and ELCA World Hunger. The ELCA Foundation, a key ministry of the church, focuses on enhancing financial resources for its ministries through comprehensive giving opportunities and stewardship of assets.