Ron Blue is a prominent American Christian financial advisor, author, and philanthropist who co-founded the National Christian Foundation (NCF) in 1982 with Larry Burkett and others, pioneering donor-advised funds specifically for faith-based charitable giving. This has grown into one of the largest such organizations in the U.S., managing billions in assets. He also established Ron Blue & Co. in 1979 (later evolving into Blue Trust), a wealth management firm emphasizing biblically based financial advice for Christian families and ministries. Blue authored influential books including 'Master Your Money' (1986) and 'The Debt Squeeze,' promoting stewardship, debt reduction, and generous living from a Christian worldview. His work has impacted thousands through seminars, radio programs, and the Christian Financial Professionals Network, which he helped create. He served as chairman of the board for NCF and has been involved in various nonprofit initiatives advocating for strategic giving to advance the gospel. Retiring from active management in the early 2010s, he continues to speak and write on faith, family, and finance. His legacy lies in institutionalizing Christian philanthropy through innovative structures like donor-advised funds, enabling donors to support causes efficiently while maintaining anonymity and control.