WHAT IS GIFT PLANNING?

We all know people who seem to be able to stretch a dollar further than others. How do they do it? At least part of their secret lies in good organization. Their plans may not be elaborate, but they’re well grounded. Good planners know what they want to do and they find out how best to do it. When you know you want to continue furthering Kingdom work, a little time devoted to discovering how best to give yields great benefits:

• You’ll discover ways to give more than you ever thought possible. 

• You may be able to make gifts that actually “give back” for a time, providing extra retirement income or helping to pay for your children’s education, for example. 

• You can add special meaning to your gift by arranging a memorial in honor of a special friend or loved one.

• You’ll save money on income, gift, and estate taxes that can be put to use at for the Kingdom. 

• You’ll enjoy your giving more, knowing that you’re not only helping to further God’s work, but that you’re also managing your giving in ways that allow you to give the most you can at the lowest possible cost.

That’s what gift planning is all about. It just makes sense to make the most of what you have by preserving financial security for yourself and your loved ones as you benefit other organizations to which you are called.

If any of the giving methods described on these pages interest you, please send an e-mail or call our offices. You may click on the “How to contact us” button for that information. Our staff is available upon request to answer your questions and discuss opportunities with you and your advisors. Always consult your own advisors about giving methods you are considering as well.