Donate
Gifts to Trinity English Lutheran Church are important no matter the size. Your gifts are essential to Trinity because they sustain the faith formation, educational, and outreach programs that serve both members and our neighbors. Consistent generosity ensures that Trinity remains a place of hope, service, and spiritual growth for generations to come.
Ways to Donate
Cash
Gifts in the form of cash, checks, credit cards, and ACH transactions will be accepted and recorded at face value.
*Please consider monthly giving. A monthly gift may seem small - your recurring gift ensures that Trinity can continue to thrive, serve, and make a lasting impact in our community.
Other Giving Options
Mail a Check
450 W. Washington Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
PayPal
Other
If you would like to give through e-check or automatic withdrawal, contact Julie at jshepperd@trinityenglish.org.
Gifts of Stocks/Securities
Gifts of appreciated securities (stocks, bonds, and mutual funds) are a common alternative to gifts of cash and can offer donors a double tax benefit. Securities held for more than 12 months are deductible at full fair-market value up to a percentage of your adjusted gross income and any excess deductions can be carried forward for subsequent years. Donors bypass any capital gain taxes on the appreciated value, offering a smart way to make a difference for Trinity English. Contact Deacon Mary Lasits or Julie Shepperd for transfer information.
*Please consult with your accountant and financial professionals regarding your personal situation and latest IRS regulations.
Donor Advised Funds
Reflecting a nationwide trend, many donors and friends are recommending gifts from their Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). DAFs are established through the nonprofit arms of financial-services firms or through other sponsoring organizations, such as a community foundation. You can recommend a gift to Trinity English Lutheran Church by contacting your financial institutions or fund manager. The gifts will be sent directly to Trinity English.
*Please request your name and address be included, as some funds only include the fund’s name and address.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) can be a great way to reduce required minimum distributions (RMDs) and optimize the tax benefits of giving. Qualified Charitable Distributions allow individuals age 70-½ and older make tax-free donations directly from an IRA to a qualified charity.
*Please consult with your accountant and financial professionals regarding your personal situation and latest IRS regulations.
Bequests
By remembering Trinity English Lutheran Church in your estate plans, you have chosen to be a future blessing to those who come after us. Thank you for your interest in creating a lasting legacy through your estate planning. Making provisions for your church can be an important and lasting way to ensure Trinity’s ministries and programs will always continue.
A Community of Generosity
At Trinity English, we are blessed to live in "A Community of Generosity." Our culture in our congregation is rich in sharing: We are generous with our talents, our time and grace, and with our financial gifts.
Hear from a few of the voices who help exemplify this culture through the videos below. In whatever way you give and at whatever level, please know we appreciate your presence and support in the work of Trinity.