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Stewardship is the intentional, grateful and loving response of a Christian disciple – a way of life that recognizes, receives and shares God’s gifts and charisms for the good of all, living the mission of making Jesus Christ known and loved. Begin by signing in (or signing up if you don't already have an account) by clicking "Sign Up" or “Log In” below. Plus, scroll down to learn more about the many opportunities to help our Parish fulfill its mission of making Jesus Christ known and loved.

End of Year Planning

As you consider your charitable giving for the end of this taxable year, please note that the deadline for cash gifts brought to our office is Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Contributions made by check to OLG must be dated and postmarked by the USPS no later than this date. Please also note that the OLG Parish Office is closed the following dates:

Christmas Eve – Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Christmas – Wednesday, December 25, 2024
New Years Eve – Tuesday, December 31, 2024
New Year’s Day – Wednesday, January 1, 2025

If you have any questions or would like to request assistance on your 2024 year-end gift processing, please contact Jon Cassady, Director of Advancement, 952-929-3317 (x9054).

Stewardship Giving

Stewardship giving (tithing) funds our mission of making Jesus Christ known and loved by providing programming for faith formation, sacramental preparation, liturgies and all daily operational costs of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and School, including grounds, staff, facilities upkeep, maintenance and utilities. Click here to learn more about stewardship giving.

Endowment Giving

Such giving is held and professionally invested permanently with the Catholic Community Foundation of Minnesota, and is protected from any liabilities of the parish and Archdiocese.

Our Lady of Grace Parish Endowment

The parish endowment financially benefits the mission of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and its religious, charitable and educational ministries.

Our Lady of Grace School Endowment

The school endowment exclusively benefits the mission, programs and operations of Our Lady of Grace School, ensuring that the school remains viable for future generations.

Father Robert T. Cassidy Scholarship Endowment

Fr. Robert T. Cassidy served as pastor of Our Lady of Grace from 1985 to 2002. The Robert T. Cassidy endowment helps Our Lady of Grace offer financial aid to families in need to attend Our Lady of Grace School.

Stock Donation Giving

A gift of appreciated securities may provide you with greater tax advantages than a gift of cash. Donors can make a stock gift by contacting Charles Schwab. In order to ensure that the donor is properly credited with the gift to Our Lady of Grace in an expeditious manner, please click here for instructions.

Corporate Matching Gifts

Many organizations and companies match donations made by their current and retired employees to nonprofits. Check this Matching Gift List to find out if your employer matches donations, and maximize the impact of your donation. File your donation via your organization’s donation program and then submit this form below to OLG, so we can track your matching gift.

Donor Advised Fund Giving

A donor advised fund (DAF) works like a charitable checking account. When you make a gift into your fund, you receive an immediate tax deduction. Then, you decide at your own pace where you would like to give. While you are deciding, your fund is invested and grows tax-free. With a donor advised fund at the Catholic Community Foundation of Minnesota, you can have peace of mind knowing your gifts are invested in alignment with your Catholic faith. A donor advised fund at CCF may benefit you in a number of ways:

• It is an efficient, consolidated system for managing charitable giving.

• All gifts to your donor advised fund are tax-deductible.

• A donor advised fund can help facilitate tax-efficient giving strategies like “bunching”.

• When you make gifts of appreciated assets, you can avoid paying taxes on the capital gains.

• Simplified tax preparation. At the end of the year, you receive a gift summary – no more chasing down receipts.

• You have the ability to name your fund — or give anonymously — without having to establish a Private Family Foundation.

Advancement Team

Contact our Advancement Team if you have any questions about stewardship, donating or opportunities.

”Give, and it shall be given to you.” Luke 6:38
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be.” Matthew 6:21

Our Lady of Grace Federal Tax ID Number: 41-0705765