What is your legacy?
“Generation after generation praises your works and proclaims your might. They speak of the splendor of your glorious majesty and tell of your wonderous works.” Psalms 144:4-5
Leaving a Legacy that Endures
A legacy is more than just what we leave behind; it’s the imprint of our lives on the world and on those we love. It’s the enduring impact of our actions, beliefs, and values—a gift passed to future generations. Whether we realize it or not, we are all building a legacy, shaping how we will be remembered long after we are gone.
Your Legacy Starts Today
The truth is, we don’t have to wait until the end of our lives to think about our legacy. Every choice we make today contributes to the story we will leave behind. Let your life reflect your deepest values, and let your influence inspire those around you to live with purpose and hope. Your legacy is not just about how you will be remembered; it’s about how your life can make a difference now and in the future.
There are many ways in which you can leave your mark for future generations with Real Presence Radio. Here are a few ways that may not have come to mind. If you have additional questions, please feel free to reach out to Lynne Devitt at 877-795-0122.
Please consult with your tax advisor to help build your legacy.
Gift Giving Opportunities
Gift of Grain
A Harvest of Faith
Supporting Real Presence Radio can be as simple as sharing the fruits of your labor. Farmers and ranchers have a unique opportunity to contribute through gifts of grain or livestock—an easy and impactful way to support our mission.
How It Works:
- Coordinate with your local grain elevator or livestock sales manager.
- Designate a specific dollar amount from the sale of your grain or livestock.
- Request that the proceeds be sent directly to Real Presence Radio.
- Complete the simple form below to guide you through the process.
This method not only supports Real Presence Radio but may also offer potential tax benefits. By donating the proceeds directly, you may be able to reduce your taxable income while helping us continue to share the message of Christ across the airwaves.
Your harvest and hard work can help sow seeds of faith, hope, and connection throughout our communities.
Gift of Livestock
A Unique and Tax Efficient Option
Farm animals, such as beef cattle and hogs, are common livestock gifts. They are typically liquidated in much the same way as crops. Farmers transport the livestock to a sale barn where they are sold at auction. In the case of a charitable contribution, the farmer delivers the livestock in the name of the Real Presence Radio.
- Use the Gift of Livestock form below to streamline your donation process.
Gift of Stock
A Smart Way to Give
When considering a charitable gift, most people think of writing a check and may overlook other assets that allow them to provide greater support for the causes they care about. Donating stocks or mutual funds can be a great option.
Why Consider Gifts of Stock or Mutual Funds?
Maximize Your Impact: Appreciated securities often have greater value than cash donations, allowing you to make a more significant contribution.
Tax Efficiency: You can generally avoid capital gains tax on the appreciated value of the stock or fund, and you may qualify for a charitable deduction based on the full fair market value of the gift.
Simple Process: We make it easy to transfer your securities, ensuring a smooth, hassle-free experience.
- The Gift of Stock form below will step you through the process.
Gifts of stock or mutual funds can make an ideal charitable gift for both the donor and Real Presence Radio supporting our Catholic radio mission while offering you financial benefits.
Planned Giving Opportunities
Gifts of Real Estate
A Lasting Contribution
Almost any type of real property can become a meaningful gift, including personal residences, farms, vacation homes, commercial buildings, or undeveloped land. Consult with your tax advisor……
Support Our Mission: Your gift helps sustain and grow our Catholic radio ministry, sharing hope and faith with countless listeners.
By donating appreciated real estate, you not only make a significant charitable impact but also create a legacy rooted in faith, generosity, and community support.
Gifts of Life Insurance
A Powerful Legacy
Another impactful way to support our mission is through a life insurance policy. This method allows you to make a substantial gift that extends your legacy of faith and hope.
Ways to Give Through Life Insurance:
Designate Us as a Beneficiary: You can modify an existing policy to name Real Presence Radio as the beneficiary, ensuring future support for our Catholic radio ministry.
Create a New Policy: A new life insurance policy can be established with our organization as the owner, beneficiary, and payer of premiums.
Your life insurance gift is more than a financial decision; it’s a testament to your enduring commitment to spreading the message of faith, hope, and love.
Charitable Gift Annuity
A Meaningful Way to Give
A Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) offers a unique, tax-advantaged way to support our Catholic radio mission while providing you with a reliable income stream.
When you establish a gift annuity, you receive fixed payments for life—benefiting you and/or your spouse. In addition to this steady income, you’ll enjoy significant income tax savings, all while securing the future of our organization.
How It Works:
Make a Gift: You contribute to our nonprofit with a donation.
Receive Income: Based on your age and the amount of your gift, we provide fixed payments annually, quarterly, or monthly—for life.
Support Our Mission: After your lifetime, the remaining balance of your gift continues to support our Catholic radio ministry, spreading hope and faith for generations to come.
This is more than just a financial arrangement; it’s a partnership in faith. Your gift sustains programming that touches hearts and inspires daily living rooted in Catholic values.
Ready to Make a Lasting Impact? Contact your tax professional to learn more about establishing a Charitable Gift Annuity and how your generosity can echo through lives well into the future.
Gift of Stock
A Smart Way to Give
When considering a charitable gift, most people think of writing a check and may overlook other assets that allow them to provide greater support for the causes they care about. Donating stocks or mutual funds can be a great option.
Why Consider Gifts of Stock or Mutual Funds?
Maximize Your Impact: Appreciated securities often have greater value than cash donations, allowing you to make a more significant contribution.
Tax Efficiency: You can generally avoid capital gains tax on the appreciated value of the stock or fund, and you may qualify for a charitable deduction based on the full fair market value of the gift.
Simple Process: We make it easy to transfer your securities, ensuring a smooth, hassle-free experience.
- The Gift of Stock form below will step you through the process
Gifts of stock or mutual funds can make an ideal charitable gift for both the donor and Real Presence Radio supporting our Catholic radio mission while offering you financial benefits.
Additional resources to help you get started with your own legacy
Estate Planning Guide
It’s important to have an estate plan to ensure the assets you’ve worked hard to build go to the people and organizations that matter most to you. While estate planning can seem complex, the right guidance from experienced professionals can make the process smoother and less overwhelming.
This guide offers a simple introduction to estate planning, helping you understand the key steps involved. Inside, you’ll find:
- How to assess the size of your estate
- Tax laws that could impact your assets
- Essential documents you’ll need
- How your assets transfer after your passing
- Tips for designating beneficiaries
- A roadmap to get started on your plan
Check back soon for this free guide and take the first step toward securing your legacy.
A Guide to Planning your Will & Trust
By creating your will and estate plans now, you can ensure your decisions are honored and your affairs are settled smoothly when the time comes. Taking legal steps today puts you in control of your assets and how they’re distributed, giving you peace of mind for the future.
This guide will help you get started, covering key insights such as:
- What to know before having your will prepared
- How to potentially reduce attorney costs
- Why a will or revocable trust isn’t enough on its own
Check back soon for this free guide and take the first step toward securing your future.