Philanthropy is a Calling
What Is Planned Giving?
Planned giving allows anyone to make a substantial contribution to
First Congregational Church of Kittery — regardless of income or financial status. It is a way to level the playing field, giving everyone a chance to become a philanthropist and make a difference. And it provides significant financial benefits to you as well.
Here’s how:
Some planned gifts provide lifelong income to the donor (yes, you read that correctly). Other gift plans significantly reduce taxes that would otherwise take a big chunk out of your loved ones’ inheritance — providing for both charity and heirs in ways that maximize the gift while minimizing its impact on your estate.
In short, a planned gift is any major gift that is part of a donor’s overall financial planning.
Make Dreams Come True
Did You Know …
Sound too good to be true? It’s not. The information on these pages will show you that the advantages of a planned gift are real and significant to the future of First Congregational Church of Kittery.
Planned giving opens up a whole world of possibilities for you to make a big difference to our mission while also securing your legacy — all for generations to come.
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You can make a gift that costs you nothing during your lifetime.
When you make a gift through your will or trust (called a “bequest”), you help guarantee our future financial strength without affecting your current asset balance or cash flow. It’s the easiest major gift and has a far-reaching impact.
Gifts Anyone Can Make
These gifts often do not affect cash flow during your lifetime.
Gifts That Provide Income
These gifts pay you (or anyone you choose) in return.
Gifts That Protect Assets
These gifts help protect assets while making a gift.