Methods of Giving to the Century Fund

Outright Gift:
These gifts may be gifts in any amount and may be in the form of cash, marketable securities, tangible personal property and real estate.

Bequest:
Any of the above mentioned gifts may be made through your will or testamentary trust. Bequests may be a specific sum or item, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder of your estate after other administrative provisions have been satisfied.

Charitable Gift Annuities:
A split gifting arrangement whereby income is paid to the donor for life and at the termination of the annuity, a charitable gift is made.

Retirement Accounts:
Naming The Century Fund as the designated beneficiary of a portion of your retirement assets eliminates taxation on those assets upon distribution.

Insurance Policies:
Naming The Century Fund as beneficiary will exempt from taxation the policy proceeds.

Charitable Trusts:
Split interest trusts that can provide substantial tax savings.
They provide for both you and your family, while also supporting The Century Fund at the beginning or end of the term of the trust

Making personal and prudent decisions regarding your support of The Century Fund requires consultation with your professional advisors. You are encouraged to consult your attorney, accountant, trust officer, or financial planner to select the gifting option most appropriate for you. For more information you may contact the Catholic Foundation Office or the parish finance office.