There are several ways to express your generosity to ministry beyond cash gifts to maximize your generosity either during or after your lifetime.
During your lifetime you may want to consider a gift of stocks or other appreciated assets, real estate, or a gift from your IRA. In many cases these gifts may help to reduce tax liabilities and increase your generosity. There are also gifts like a charitable gift annuity or a charitable remainder trust, that can provide income to your and/or a loved one for life while making a charitable gift.
A legacy gift can be put in place now, making a gift to St. Mark’s ministry later through your retirement plan, life insurance policy, your will or trust, or other means ensuring your legacy makes a difference. Updating your beneficiary designations takes just a few minutes, is a simple way to make a gift, and you can review them during any stage of life.