As you consider your legacy and the lasting impact you wish to make, we invite you to explore the option of including the Diocese of Memphis, your Parish, school, ministry, or the Catholic Foundation of West Tennessee in your estate plans. Planned gifts, such as bequests, charitable remainder trusts, gifts of life insurance, or endowments, can provide critical support to the ongoing work of the Church.
Every gift, large or small, is a blessing. Thank you for being a faithful steward of God’s gifts.
Other Ways to Give
There are many other ways to leave a legacy gift to the Catholic Diocese of Memphis by donating real estate, tangible personal property, through charitable trusts, outright gift of life insurance, and more.
Disclaimer
The material presented on this Planned Giving website is not offered as legal or tax advice. Neither the author, the publisher, nor the Catholic Diocese of Memphis or your parish is engaged in legal or tax advisory service. For advice or assistance in specific cases or whether to make certain a contemplated gift fits well into your overall circumstances and planning, the services of an attorney or other professional advisor should be obtained. The purpose of this website is to provide general gift, estate, and financial planning information. Watch for tax revisions. State laws govern wills, trusts, and charitable gifts made in a contractual agreement. Advice from legal counsel should be sought when considering these types of gifts. We do not collect or store any sensitive information through this website. When you send us an e-mail, just remember that like any other e-mail it is not secure, and therefore you should refrain from sending sensitive data such as social security numbers, credit card numbers, bank routing numbers, and the like.
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Support the mission of the Diocese of Memphis anytime, anywhere. Our secure online portal makes it simple to make a one-time gift or set up recurring donations that sustain our parishes, ministries, and charitable works.
Leave a legacy of faith for future generations.
Planned giving allows you to make a lasting impact on the Church through gifts in your will, trusts, annuities, or other estate plans. These gifts ensure that our parishes, schools, and ministries are sustained for generations to come. Explore the different options suggested for your stage of life.
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Gifts that last forever
An endowment is a permanent fund that provides ongoing support for parishes, schools, and ministries. Your gift is invested, and the earnings are used year after year—ensuring the Church’s mission continues for generations.
Support the Church through gifts of securities.
Donating appreciated securities—such as stocks, bonds, or mutual funds—is a tax-wise way to support the Diocese of Memphis. By giving stock directly, you may avoid capital gains taxes while making a meaningful gift to sustain our parishes, schools, and ministries.
Double your impact with your employer’s help.
Many employers will match your charitable gift to the Diocese of Memphis—doubling or even tripling the support for our parishes, schools, and ministries. Check with your HR office to see if your company offers a matching gift program.
Plan with faith, provide with love.
Estate planning gives you peace of mind while caring for your loved ones and supporting the mission of the Church. With thoughtful planning, you can honor your Catholic values and ensure your legacy reflects your faith.
A gift in your will, a legacy in the Church.
Including the Diocese of Memphis, your parish, or a ministry in your will is a simple yet powerful way to continue your support beyond your lifetime. With a few words in your estate plan, you can leave a lasting legacy of faith and generosity.
Flexible giving, faithful impact.
A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) allows you to recommend grants to the Diocese of Memphis directly from your charitable giving account. With one simple request to your fund provider, you can support your parish, school, or diocesan ministry while maximizing tax benefits.
Protect your family, honor your faith.
Through our partnership with MyCatholicWill.com, you can create a free, legally binding Catholic will online in as little as 20 minutes. This simple tool ensures your loved ones are cared for and your faith values are reflected in your plans.
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Income for life, a legacy for faith.
Through our partnership with the Catholic Gift Annuity program of Catholic Extension Society, you can make a gift that provides you (or a loved one) with fixed lifetime income, while the remainder supports the Diocese of Memphis. It’s a meaningful way to care for yourself and the Church at the same time.
Give through your IRA, lower your taxes.
If you are 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to the Diocese of Memphis. Known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), this gift counts toward your required minimum distribution and supports the Church’s mission at the same time.