The simplest way to support our parish is through cash gifts.  Online Giving is an easy way to utilize the internet for the good of the parish through a secure and convenient process.  (See below for more information.)  Creative gifts of assets include stocks, bonds, and property.

Online Giving FAQs

• Advantages?  It is easy to give to your church even when you are unable to attend.  You never have to remember to bring cash or checks to church.
• How and when will my contributions be processed?  Once you create your account, the contribution amount you specify will automatically be deducted from your checking account or charged to your credit card on the date you specify.
• Do I receive a receipt?  Yes, all contributors enrolled for online giving will receive receipts via email.
• What if I want to drop something physical into the collection?  Printable donation slips that can be placed into the collection basket can be printed from your WeShare account.
• Can I put different amounts in various collections and have all of them withdrawn at different times?  You can set up to contribute to different collections at different times; however, you will have to set up each one separately.  You will receive a receipt for each one.
• Is WeShare safe?  Yes.  WeShare implements the safest security standards for online transactions and your privacy is protected at all times.  They are certified with the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards (DSS) as a Level 1 Service Provider.
• What if I change bank accounts?  Simply login and update your account information.
• What if I try it, but don't like it?  You can cancel your authorization by deleting your credit card and/or bank account information along with your donation dates.
• How do I sign up?
  • Click here or on the Online Giving link on the home page of our website.
  • Click on the collection you wish to donate to.
  • Fill out your payment and/or account information.

Charitable deductions and/or additional tax savings may be possible.  Consulting a tax accountant and/or attorney is advisable as tax laws are always changing and individual circumstances vary.

Life-income gifts, such as charitable gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts, can provide donors with a lifetime income stream and the satisfaction of supplying your parish with vital, long-term resources.

Charitable deductions and/or additional tax savings may be possible.  Consulting a tax accountant and/or attorney is advisable as tax laws are always changing and individual circumstances vary.

Bequests may secure a charitable estate tax deduction for the value of the gift.  Best of all, the donor will know that their generosity will help support their parish for years to come.

A couple of simple ideas...

• Consider your parish as "one of your children":
  • For example, if there are four children in your family, then specify in the Will that upon your death the estate be divided into five equal parts, one for each child and one for your parish.
• Consider an "Estate Tithe" to your parish:
  • For example, instruct in the Will that after estate expenses are taken care of, your parish is to receive 10% of what is left over, dividing the other 90% between surviving family and other persons, causes, or institutions as desired.

Charitable deductions and/or additional tax savings may be possible.  Consulting a tax accountant and/or attorney is advisable as tax laws are always changing and individual circumstances vary.

Your parish can be named as either a full or partial beneficiary of one's IRA (Individual Retirement Account), 401(k), or other retirement fund.  Simply complete a beneficiary designation form (available from your plan manager) and submit it to the retirement plan trustee, manager, or custodian.  Many beneficiary designation forms require the tax identification number of your parish.  This is available by contacting the parish office (785-776-5151).

Retirement plans may be subject to estate taxes and the distributions from traditional IRAs may be fully taxable when received by an individual beneficiary.  By naming your parish as the beneficiary of the retirement account, the parish receives the full amount free of taxes and might create an estate tax deduction for the donor.  This method can be used to leave other assets, such as stock, to heirs resulting in a more beneficial tax effect.

Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) are amounts that legally must be withdrawn from most retirement accounts once a certain age has been reached in order to avoid penalties.  This can be a great way to donate to your parish.

Charitable deductions and/or additional tax savings may be possible.  Consulting a tax accountant and/or attorney is advisable as tax laws are always changing and individual circumstances vary.

Generally speaking, a "planned gift" or an "estate gift" is a gift to charity that takes effect upon the donor's death.  It is simply your last act of stewardship when it takes effect.  Often, a planned gift can represent a family's most impactful act of stewardship and can leave a positive legacy that lives on well after they are gone.  A planned gift can provide extraordinary opportunities and resources to help your parish carry out its mission more effectively than ordinary resources and revenues could sustain.

Through planning with knowledgeable advisors (financial planners, tax accountants, and/or attorneys) may allow one to achieve philanthropic and estate planning goals without adversely impacting financial well-being.

The Living Memorial Trust Fund is an opportunity to memorialize a deceased loved one or to honor a family member or friend while helping to ensure the well-being of St. Thomas More Parish.  For more information on the Living Memorial Trust Fund, see the brochure in the documents section or contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (785-776-5151)!

Just like most everyone else, St. Thomas More has things that we desire to see happen, but that are not yet necessities.  These provide great opportunities for us to be blessed through memorials and special contributions.  Currently, some of these things are:  Msgr. Girard Memorial Prayer Garden and playground addition.  If you would like more information about or would like to contribute towards any of these things, please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (785-776-5151).