A Gift That Honors a Life
Memorials and Tributes
Establishing a memorial or tribute gift to St. Joseph's Indian School is a meaningful way to honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion while helping educate Native American youth in mind, body, heart and spirit. Your memorial or tribute gift will be a lasting testament to your loved one and make a difference in the lives of our students.
Check Out This Potential Scenario
When Sarah's father passed away, she knew she wanted to do something that would establish a lasting legacy for him. She remembered that during his lifetime he was always praising St. Joseph's Indian School for its tireless efforts to provide education and opportunity to some of our country's poorest children. So Sarah decided to make a gift to St. Joseph's Indian School in her father's name using appreciated securities. Not only will her father's legacy live on at St. Joseph's Indian School thanks to the gift and a commemorative plaque, but Sarah also received a federal income tax charitable deduction (because she itemizes her taxes) and eliminated capital gains tax on the securities.
Learn How to Fund It
You can create a memorial gift using the following assets:
Delay Your Payments
If you are younger than 60 or don't need your payments immediately, you can set up a deferred gift annuity. This allows you to delay receiving payments until a later date — such as when you reach retirement. To learn more, view and download the FREE guide Plan for Retirement With a Deferred Gift Annuity.