Gift Planning

There are many ways to make a significant gift in support of ministry.

Support ministries with a gift through the ELCA Foundation 

Plan your gift.

We each have the opportunity to give expression of our faith through our support of this church and its ministries.  The ELCA Foundation assists members in their call to live as faithful and generous stewards.  

A gift from the church to the church.
The ELCA Foundation offers several free resources to members regarding planned giving.  One such resource is expertise.  Our nationwide network of professional gift planning staff can help you explore a variety of possibilities for making a significant gift to ministry and fulfilling your legacy goals at the same time.  There is no cost or obligation to you and all conversations are kept confidential.  Find the regional gift planner nearest you.


The examples and information on this page are for illustrative and educational purposes only and should not be considered tax or legal advice. Please consult with your tax or legal advisor before proceeding with your estate plan. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, via the ELCA Foundation, does not offer charitable gift annuities to any persons in the states of Arkansas and Washington.