Here are ways to support Martin Luther Chapel.
Give Online (click here)
Support this ministry through a one time or recurring automatic gift. With an Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) from your bank account, your gifts are made through a pre-authorized withdrawal. You can choose the frequency of your gift. Recurring gifts help to sustain Martin Luther Chapel throughout the year.
Thrivent Choice Dollars
Thrivent Financial has a benefit for members to choose where Thrivent distributes charitable funds through “Choice Dollars” . Potential amounts range from $25 to $500 for each eligible benefit member. Choice Dollars can be directed to Martin Luther Chapel by visiting the Thrivent Choice website or by calling 800-THRIVENT (800-847-4836).
Other Giving Options
Cash Gift – Make a gift via check made payable to Martin Luther Chapel and mail to: 444 Abbot Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823. Or place cash or check in the offering plate on a Sunday morning.
Qualified Charitable Distribution – If you are 70 1/2 or older, you can give a gift directly from your IRA to Martin Luther Chapel, and this transfer can qualify as a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), thus reducing your taxable income each year.
Gifts of Securities – Consider giving stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets to Martin Luther Chapel. Check with a tax accountant to determine the tax benefits you may receive.
Bequest by Will – Designate a gift to Martin Luther Chapel in your will and, in some cases, receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes. You may fund such a gift with cash, marketable securities, real estate, tangible property, or closely held stock. IRA’s, 401(k) or 403(b) or other Retirement Plans – Naming Martin Luther Chapel as beneficiary of these plans will benefit our ministry and may also result in significant tax benefits.
Life Insurance – There are a variety of ways life insurance can be utilized as a gift. They include: 1) giving a paid up policy; 2) assigning the annual dividends of a policy; 3) designating the Chapel as the beneficiary of an existing policy; or 4) purchasing a new policy and designating the Chapel as the owner and beneficiary of the policy.
Charitable Remainder Trust – You can place cash or property in a trust that pays annual income to you (or another named beneficiary) for life. After your death, remaining assets transfer to Martin Luther Chapel. You receive income tax benefits the year you establish your trust. Charitable Lead Trust – You can place cash or property into a trust that pays a fixed amount to Martin Luther Chapel for the number of years you select. Once this period ends, the assets held by the trust are transferred to the beneficiaries you name. In some cases, you receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes. Other assets may also be given to the Chapel with possible tax benefits, such as, collectibles, real property, etc. For more information please contact Martin Luther Chapel.
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