Flexibility
Donors, whether they're Lutheran or non-Lutheran, designate how charitable dollars will be used. You can also craft a fund that designates a specific purpose, or give to the Foundation's Community Grant Funds to meet changing needs.
Permanence
Our process is designed to maintain ongoing gifts so they continue to be vital and long lasting -- giving beyond the donor's lifetime. Should a donor gift be directed to a cause that becomes obsolete, the Foundation will redirect your gift to preserve its original intent.
Tax Advantages
As a public charity, gifts to the Foundation qualify for the maximum deductibility for income, gift and estate tax purposes. You can make a gift that reduces your current tax burden or simplifies the eventual distribution of your estate.
Communication
We monitor all gifts and report on the results. Donors receive periodic reports on the status of charitable funds, and also have daily Fundweb Donor Center to their fund via this website.
Professional Management
Behind every gift is the wish to give wisely, and it is our commitment at the Foundation to be the best stewards possible. All gifts to the Foundation are professionally managed. Foundation staff members are knowledgeable and experienced about charitable giving, gift administration and investment management.
Public Accountability
We are independently audited for accountability and assure that funds will be used for charitable purposes. A full accounting of the Foundation's financial statements, certified by independent auditors, is available upon request.
Anonymity
We provide donors with the opportunity to make truly anonymous gifts. The Foundation will disclose your name to benefiting charities only at your request. You can request anonymity for life or forever, if that's your wish.
Privacy
The Foundation understands that you may also be concerned about privacy issues regarding your gift. We do not share, sell or exchange names, addresses, e-mail addresses or telephone numbers. Disclosures regarding your gift will only be made to people you identify.
The Foundation Staff is eager to work with you to create the charitable giving plan that best suits your giving interests and needs.
