Ways to Give

Much More Than Dollar Donations

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When you think about making a philanthropic gift, you might default to writing a check, but there are several non-cash options too. Explore strategic ways you may be able to bless your loved ones, further Catholic causes and experience personal tax savings.

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If you would like to make a gift of cash, check or credit, please complete the Foundation Gift Form and mail to the address below or choose from one of our featured funds. Please make checks payable to The Orange Catholic Foundation.

Address
The Orange Catholic Foundation

13280 Chapman Avenue, Suite 430

Garden Grove, CA 92840

Electronic Transfer
To set up an Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) directly to The Orange Catholic Foundation from a checking or savings account, please contact a member of our team at 714-282-3021 or at info@orangecatholicfoundation.org.

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Gifts of appreciated assets such as stock or securities are an excellent way for you to make a charitable gift. Stocks may be transferred directly to The Orange Catholic Foundation for the benefit of a parish, school or your favorite Catholic ministry. These gifts provide the following possible tax benefits:


  • A charitable deduction to help you save on taxes
  • Bypass federal and state capital gains taxes
  • Avoidance of the tax on net investment income

To make a gift of stock, please contact us at info@orangecatholicfoundation.org, or download the Stock Gift Form.

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GIFTS FROM AN IRA


If you are 70 ½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA account. The law allows you to transfer any amount up to $105,000 (annually) directly to a qualified charitable organization without paying income tax on the distribution. The transfer does not generate taxable income or a tax deduction, so you benefit even if you do not itemize your tax deductions. A charitable distribution also counts as part of your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), and must be made directly through your financial advisor to the charity.

Click here to view and download IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution Instructions and Form

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Your home or vacation property can become a lot more than just a place where you build memories with your loved ones. Through The Orange Catholic Foundation, you can transform your real estate property into a faith-filled legacy by donating your home and supporting Catholic causes for years to come. Some additional benefits may include a charitable income tax deduction and the avoidance of capital gains tax on the sale. Please click here for more information or contact us at info@OrangeCatholicFoundation.org.  

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A Donor Advised Fund(DAF) is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to simplify their giving and have the versatility to give whenever their heart feels inclined. To fund a DAF, you make an initial, irrevocable gift of cash or appreciated stocks, real estate or other securities. The assets will continue to grow tax-free.

Once the account is funded, you can make grant recommendations monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annually to the charity or charities of your choice. For example, you can recommend that the grant be used to support The Orange Catholic Foundation and direct your gift to your parish, a Catholic school or other Catholic ministry.

Click here to view more information about Donor Advised Funds.

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A Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) is a simple arrangement that will support you, your family and the church. Here’s how it works: you make a gift—part of which is tax deductible—and receive fixed payments each year for the rest of your life. Your gift goes on to support The Orange Catholic Foundation and/or your favorite Catholic causes throughout your lifetime, after which the remaining value benefits the ministry. To get started today, reach out to our Philanthropy Team at 714-282-3021 or at info@orangecatholicfoundation.org.

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A legacy plan and gift are thoughtful, prayer-filled ways to communicate how your closely held values and Catholic faith can be passed on to the next generation. In your trust or will, you can make a bequest, a gift of money, property or assets, to your loved ones and to the Catholic causes that mean the most to you. There are tax benefits and consequences that may need to be considered. Please click here for more information about legacy giving, gain access to our free estate planning guide or learn more about our Light of Christ Legacy Society. You can also contact us at 714-282-3021.

Legacy planning also includes communicating with your loved ones and doctors the standard of medical care God wants for you. Click here to download a Catholic Advance Health Care Directive.

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Requests to match or even double gifts are accepted. Opportunities are available to match gifts made by other donors, businesses or your employer. See if your employer will match your donation here.

For more information on matching gifts, please contact The Orange CatholicFoundation at 714-282-3021 or at info@orangecatholicfoundation.org.

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