There are a number of different ways in which a gift to the Diocese or any ministry within the Diocese can be made and these are listed below. For more information about any of these gift types, please contact the Office of Development and Planned Giving at 316-269-3917 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Outright Gifts

Parishes and/or other ministries of the diocese are pleased to accept the following outright gifts:

• Cash
• Stocks
• Real Estate

Outright gifts are convenient and provide an immediate benefit to the church and its' ministries. Gifts of securities are encouraged when supporters have the desire to make a charitable gift and avoid capital gains tax. Gifts of real estate may be accepted upon approval in accordance with appropriate gift acceptance policies.

Authorization of Transfer of Gift Securities

Stocks, bonds, real estate, artwork and other real property can be appropriate gifts. The Office of Development and Planned Giving will personally assist each donor with the transfer of any such assets. When making a stock gift, you can download an Authorization for Transfer of Gift Securities here.

Bequests

A gift in your will is an excellent way to support one of the many endowments established for parishes, schools or other organizations in the Diocese, or to create a new endowment. You can make a specific gift amount in your will, name a percentage, or make the Diocese a beneficiary of the remainder of the estate.

IRA Gifts

Naming the Diocese as a beneficiary of an IRA or other qualified retirement plan may save your heirs and your estate a potential tax burden. The gift can be made simply, by using your beneficiary designation forms.

Charitable Gift Annuity

A gift annuity is an attractive way to make a charitable gift, while at the same time receives guaranteed annual annuity payments. Your gift allows for a tax deduction and a portion of your annual annuity is tax-free. Annuity rates can range from 5-11% depending on your age. Click Here to learn more.

Charitable Trusts

There are several types of charitable trusts that you can create to support the any ministry of the Diocese and you. A charitable trust is an attractive way to sell a highly appreciated asset tax free, and reinvest it to provide you with a lifetime of income. A charitable trust can also be flexible to allow you to make future contributions and receive additional income tax deductions.

Life Insurance

May times an old life insurance policy is no longer needed. Simply name the diocese as a beneficiary. You could also name the diocese as the owner and beneficiary of a new policy.