“One man gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.”
How can I Give?
We thank you for being the light of christ in a weary world by supporting his church and your parish community here at st. clare of assisi. we depend on your generosity to continue to build up the kingdom of god on earth! read on to learn the various ways you can give to st. clare:
1. Online Giving
Faith Direct is the company we use to process electronic donations. we are assured easy and secure electronic transfers that utilize standard banking level cyber security to protect donors and parish assets. all parish collection campaigns are listed on the faith direct page. you can set up recurring payments or quick one-time donations to give whenever you choose! Click the button above to be redirected to the faith direct sign up page. there, you can choose to create a recurring giving account or make a one-time donation.
If you’re ready to tithe via faith direct (our online giving platform), click the button below. If you’d like to learn about more giving options, please keep scrolling. we thank you for your stewardship & generosity!
Online giving is not the only option! our parish also offers the traditional method of tithing by sending weekly, dated envelopes or envelopes for special occasions to your home; these can be filled with cash or check. when you register as a parishioner, please select “no” under electronic giving and select “yes” under paper envelopes. envelopes are sent out quarterly - please stop by the parish office and request stock envelopes until yours arrive in the mail.
2. Envelopes
3. Donate Stocks
We are pleased to receive your donation of capital gain property (stocks, bonds, etc.). we currently manage stock transfers through to diocese of phoenix. read through the process here.
as with any sizeable donation or donation through less conventional means, like with stocks or bonds, please consult your financial advisor prior to transfer.
4. Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
annual distributions from an IRA are usually treated as taxable income, which can increase your tax liability. you can avoid or reduce this taxable income when you make a qualified charitable distribution from your iRA directly to st. clare of assisi parish. learn about the restrictions and exclusion limits here.
5. Continue your legacy: remember st. clare in your will
We very much appreciate when members of our parish family remember us in their estate planning. when you begin to plan your legacy, please consider st. clare of assisi parish.
Is there another way to support st. clare?
Yes! check out the other ways to support us below:
Using your fry’s rewards card, you can give back to our parish community! Fry’s, owned by kroger, is committed to community engagement that has a positive social impact and onne way they do that is by supporting charitable organizations through fry’s community rewards. it’s easy to fundraise to a specific organization by linking your rewards card to st. clare of assisi. we get a portion of those sales back at no additional cost to you! Click the button below to learn how to sign up.
1. Fry’s Community Rewards
Have you ever wanted to rep your faith and parish community wherever you are? if that sounds like you, shop st. clare wear. our online store has comfortable performance tees, hoodies, hats, and polos with our logo on it. all orders are fulfilled by a third-party, squadlocker, and proceeds come straight to us. Click the button below to browse the shop.