GIFTS OF STOCK OR APPRECIATED SECURITIES

Gifts of appreciated securities, such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, offer an easy and tax-smart way to support the work of our Church. 

In most cases you will be able to avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation, and you may be able to obtain a charitable deduction for the full market value of the gift, which could be significantly greater than the initial cost. 

THE BENEFITS OF STOCK GIFTS

• May cost less than a cash gift.
• May offer substantial tax benefits.
• Can be used to fund a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust that will provide you with a stream of income for life.
• Can be used to fund a charitable lead trust supporting your favorite charity and providing tax benefits for your heirs.
• Can be used to fund an endowment that provides everlasting support for the work of the Church.

HOW TO GIVE A GIFT OF STOCK
We strongly encourage gifts of stock via electronic transfer from a brokerage.  It is the fastest and easiest way to give stock to benefit your parish or another ministry! 

CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS FOR GIFTING STOCK TO SAINT CATHERINE LABOURE PARISH