Planned Giving

Have you thought about how you can be a part of Seton Heritage Ministries?

Today, through your generosity and the important role you play, Seton Heritage Ministries is continuing the work of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. We envision her Shrine as a holy retreat, where pilgrims by the thousands will have their hearts lifted in this "Valley of Blessings," their faith nourished, and their spirits rejuvenated. Taking our cue from St. Elizabeth’s desire to serve the Church and her people, we seek to offer a rich sacramental life at the Basilica; retreats and workshops for the faithful; educational exhibits and programs; as well as an enriching atmosphere for the Shrine’s many pilgrims.

We want you to be a part of the Seton Heritage Ministries –- make a difference today by using St. Elizabeth Ann’s legacy as a roadmap!

Planned Giving is way to give to St. Elizabeth Ann’s cause in ways that you might not have thought possible!

Simply put, a Planned Gift is a technique that helps you maximize the personal benefits of your charitable giving, while also allowing you to make a gift that you might not have been able to otherwise. This is accomplished by following the charitable incentives that have been placed in the federal tax laws.

Planned Gifts are a way to make significant gifts, and also enjoy the benefits of these laws. Planned Gifts are a valuable tool for sharing the resources you have been blessed with while also enhancing your financial situation and security.

A properly designed Planned Gift can help you achieve some of the following goals:

• Help Seton Heritage Ministries continue the mission of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
• Provide yourself with income during your lifetime
• Convert low-yielding investments into a source of higher income
• Eliminate or reduce capital gains taxes
• Generate a significant federal income tax deduction
• Eliminate or reduce federal estate taxes

Through these and other options, you may able to make an important gift and help continue the work of St. Elizabeth:

• Annual Giving Valley of Blessings
• Gift through a Will or Trust
• Charitable Gift Annuities
• Gifts of Appreciated Stocks, Mutual Funds, and Bonds
• Gifts of Real Estate
• Gifts of Life Insurance
• Charitable Remainder Trusts
• IRA Gift
• Designated Gift
• Outright Gift

Please contact us via e-mail or call our Director of Development Relations for more information, (301) 447-7080.

Investment information on this web site is not intended to be specific legal advice. Please consult your consultant and/or attorney in all legal matters. Laws regarding contracts may vary in different states.

More Ways to Give

• Annual Giving Valley of Blessings
• Gift through a Will or Trust
• Charitable Gift Annuities
• Gifts of Appreciated Stocks, Mutual Funds, and Bonds
• Gifts of Real Estate
• Gifts of Life Insurance
• Charitable Remainder Trusts
• IRA Gift
• Designated Gift
• Outright Gift