Annual and regular ongoing giving
When individuals contribute to The First Church of Christ, Scientist, they generally think in terms of immediate, current gifts. Current gifts are obviously important in the life of the Church for the simple reason that they are available immediately for our core activities and programs.
“ . . . the good done, and the love that foresees more to do, stimulate philanthropy and are an ever-present reward.”
– Mary Baker Eddy
Miscellaneous Writings, page 238
What to give
Below is a list of all the different assets that you can give. There is helpful information about each type of asset and the benefits of giving that type of asset.
- Cash
- Financial accounts
- Retirement accounts
- Life insurance policies
- Publicly traded United States stocks and bonds
- United States savings bonds
- Real estate
- Life estates: Give a home or farm but keep lifetime possession
- Mineral, oil & gas rights and royalties
- Business interests
- Tangible personal property