St. John Lutheran Church Trust Fund
Give the Gift that Keeps on Giving

The Trust Fund was established for the sole purpose of allowing the congregation to receive donations that are tax-exempt for federal income, gift and estate tax purposes within certain legal limitations.

Gifts to the Trust Fund may be endowed providing income to be used toward extending the work and purpose of the church. The amount given is held and invested for growth, with income from this investment being available every succeeding year into the future. If this is your desire and you would like the satisfaction of knowing that each year the Church will continue to receive benefits as a result of your gift, then the Trust Fund should be considered. Individuals with special tax considerations may wish to examine the various options provided by the fund to ensure the maximum benefit to both the giver and the receiver. Life gives us many opportunities. Among them is the opportunity to use your individual accumulated wealth to whatever purpose you desire. This Trust Fund offers you a very positive choice. What are your options? Cash gifts, insurance and annuities, property, stocks, bonds and mutual funds. A small cash donation is always welcome. Larger and more complicated gifts are also welcome and the committee will work with you to assure that your intentions are fulfilled. The Trust Fund Committee consists of nine members and meets on a quarterly basis. The management, investments and dispersal of funds is supervised by the Trust Fund Committee with oversight by the Church Council. Reports of its activities are published and available periodically. The Trust Fund Budget Committee solicits requests for benevolent causes in the fall.

If you would like more information, please contact Faith Simonieg, the Trust Fund Executive Director at the church office. (701-225-6747) Visits can be arranged to answer questions and offer options without any obligation. All such contacts will be held in strict confidence. We do encourage you to consult your own legal and financial advisors regarding specific tax and other advantages of any gift you may be considering.

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