Turning property into a gift can reduce tax liability while increasing income and supporting ministries.

Example Bequest language is included in this brochure about creating a plan.

This alternative to a family foundation or trust makes it easy to be generous.

Donors can give to a ministry and receive a reliable income for the rest of their life

Giving stock rather than selling it provides a tax deduction.

Giving directly from an IRA offers a tax advantage.

Fostering a new conversation about money among people of faith. Videos you can use in your church.

Share this link so congregants can download a free estate planning guide.

Use the calculators on our website to view a presentation of a particular gift's estimated income and tax benefits.

Faith Foundation acts as a satellite Planned Giving office for all of the United Methodist-related congregations in Oregon, Idaho, Washington, and Alaska. We offer free planned giving workshops when we’re invited. These can be in person, or online.

Use these one-liners promoting different types of gifts on your socials, website, newsletters, emails, or letters. Or use them to inspire some of your own.

There are a number of ways you can make a bequest. Update your website or link to our sample bequest language to share examples of what to include in a will.

The best way to help your church receive more major gifts and bequests is to give your congregation consistent, gentle reminders. You should aim to remind your members at least once per quarter. Here are nine easy ways to do it.

Ideas, examples, and advice for your thank yous.

How to write a thank you from the church.

Cesie Delve Scheuermann shares examples, templates, and inspiration to help you create the perfect thank you.

One way to encourage new gifts is to celebrate the generosity you have already been blessed with. The Foundation loves to celebrate donors. Check out our recent blogs to see if there is a story you'd like to share with your congregation. If you've got a story of your own share so we can celebrate with you!

Samples of what your colleagues have created as a resource for in planning your church’s stewardship.

Year End Giving