Ways To Participate
Formas de participar
A pledge is a non-binding commitment made in good faith. To make it easier for you to complete a pledge, we encourage commitments fulfilled over the three-year pledge period. You may satisfy a commitment through monthly, quarterly, semiannual, or annual installments. Most parishioners use the options listed to fulfill a pledge. Pledges and donations are remitted through the St. Jude Campaign Fund at the Advancement Foundation of the Diocese of Fort Worth.
The Advancement Foundation is separately incorporated from the Diocese of Fort Worth; however, it serves the long-term needs of the diocese, parishes and schools. All funds collected through the Embracing our Past-Connecting our Future Capital Campaign for St. Jude Catholic Church are restricted for the purposes outlined in the campaign materials. If you are interested in making a gift that is not in cash, check or credit card, please contact Dianna Rhoads with Advancement Foundation of the Diocese of Fort Worth at drhoads@adv-fdn.org or (817) 533-3174.
Or, Text CONNECT to 817-934-4503 to donate via cell phone.
Cash
Most parishioners use cash, check, or credit card to fulfill their commitments since it allows the parish to address its immediate needs.
Appreciated Assets
Donations of appreciated securities, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or mineral interests provide special tax advantages and can be a great way to provide a significant gift to St. Jude Catholic Church.
Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is a distribution of funds from an IRA owned by an individual who is age 70 or older. The distribution is paid directly from the IRA to a qualified organization. Because the gift goes directly to the St. Jude Campaign Fund at the Advancement Foundation without passing through your hands, the dollar amount of the gift may be excluded from your taxable income. INFO ON QCD
Real Estate
Gifts of property entitle you to an income tax deduction equal to the full market value with no tax on capital gains.
Life Insurance
You may donate an existing or new policy by simply naming St. Jude Catholic Church as the owner and beneficiary.
Planned Gift
This is the process of carefully selecting the best method and assets for making a charitable gift. A planned gift can enable you to take full advantage of the tax laws to accomplish their financial and charitable goals. A bequest contained in a will is the most common form of planned giving.
Corporate Matching Gifts
A matching gift program provided through an employer or board membership may allow you to increase the size of your donation. Many companies match the charitable gifts of employees, retirees, or board members.
Note: Please do not interpret this information as legal advice. Instead, consult your own qualified professional adviser for specific recommendations.