As members of the ELCA, we believe that God is calling us into the world – together.
Our church and its ministries depend on gifts from members like you. With your gifts, we are doing incredible things. We are opening doors to new communities of faith, helping people break the cycle of hunger and poverty, identifying and preparing future leaders, responding to disasters and emergencies, and so much more.
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The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law. The ELCA's tax identification number is 41-1568278. For questions, please review our Gift Acceptance Policy.
Support for the ELCA can take many forms, and every gift helps share God’s love through ministries that serve communities locally and around the world. In addition to making a one-time or recurring online gift, you may choose from several other giving options that align with your charitable and financial goals.
Gifts of stocks, mutual funds, or other appreciated assets
Legacy gifts through a will, trust, beneficiary designation, or other planned giving arrangements.
Donor-advised fund (DAF) grants
Qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) from an IRA for eligible donors age 70½ and older.
Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or 800-638-3522.
Learn more and explore these giving opportunities in more detail.
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