Memorials and Tribute Gifts

Honor Someone Special With a Gift in Their Name

If you have a loved one who has been impacted by St. Joseph’s Indian School, establishing a memorial or tribute gift is a meaningful way to honor them or celebrate a special occasion, such as a birthday, while supporting our mission. Your memorial or tribute gift will extend the legacy of your loved one and will make a difference.

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An Example of How It Works

John and his mother smiling When John's mother passed away, he knew he wanted to do something that would establish a lasting legacy for her. He remembered that during her lifetime she was always praising St. Joseph’s Indian School for its tireless efforts to better the community.

John decided to make a gift to St. Joseph’s Indian School in his mother's name using appreciated securities. Not only will his mother's legacy live on at St. Joseph’s Indian School thanks to the gift, but John also qualified for a federal income tax charitable deduction and eliminated capital gains tax on the securities.


SJIS minimum age for a one-life CGA is 50 and 54 for a two-life CGA. Please contact our planned giving office with any questions you may have.
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Next Steps

  1. Contact Denise Hyland at 1-800-584-9200 or dhyland@stjo.org for additional information on creating a memorial gift at St. Joseph’s Indian School.
  2. Seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor.
  3. If you make a memorial gift to St. Joseph’s Indian School through your estate, please use our legal name and federal tax ID.

Legal name: St. Joseph's Indian School
Address: P.O. Box 100, 1301 N. Main St., Chamberlain, SD 57325-0100
Federal tax ID number: 46-0235912