Disciples are called to provide for themselves, family, and the church.
Community of Christ is grateful for the generous support of members and
friends, which enables the church to pursue its mission throughout the world.
There are many ways to support the work of the church financially. An Estate
and Financial Planning minister will help you explore giving methods that will
benefit you and the church. Some ways to give include
New IRA rollover opportunity
announced by U.S.
Congress for contributors age 70 1/2 and older during 2006 and 2007
Gift annuities. You can offer a meaningful gift now that allows you
to create additional lifetime income and reduce income taxes.
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Bequests through wills and living trusts. Providing
instructions for distribution of your assets through a will or trust is a
practical way to give a substantial gift.
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Securities. Giving stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other securities
can enhance your investment and tax situation while furthering the mission of
the church. (more)
Charitable remainder trusts. This option allows you to adjust personal
income as needed, diversify investments, minimize taxes, create income for
yourself or others, and leave the remainder to the church.
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Real estate and business interests. Donations of real estate or
businesses can significantly reduce or eliminate taxes and substantially
increase your retirement income. (more)
Retirement accounts. IRAs (United States), RSPs and RIFs (Canada), and
company plans provide opportunities to benefit yourself, loved ones, and the
church in creative ways.
Life insurance. Naming the church as a beneficiary is one possible
statement of your deepest values. (more)
Charitable lead trusts (United States). You can make a tax deductible,
charitable gift now that will eventually be returned to you or your loved
ones.
P.O.D. provisions. Avoid having your donation go through probate by
naming the church as Payable on Death for CDs, savings accounts, checking
accounts, securities, real estate, and business interests.
Gifts of cash. You can donate a lump sum of money to the church any
time it is feasible for you.
Pooled income fund. Your tax deductible contributions to this fund
are invested wisely and allow you to receive lifetime income based on a
proportional share of the earnings on this gift that ultimately furthers the
mission of the church.
A representative from Estate and Financial Planning Ministries is available
to work with you. Everything is confidential. There is no obligation and
nothing to buy. Contact us at efpm@CofChrist.org,
or call 1-800-884-7526 (1-877-526-7526 in Canada).
