All Saints Foundation

All Saints Foundation was established in 1986 as a vehicle to extend the life and mission of the Church beyond the ongoing operations or capital needs of All Saints Lutheran Church. It is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization separate from All Saints Lutheran Church. There are currently seven directors of the All Saints Foundation. The Pastor of All Saints and the Council President also serve as directors.

OUR MISSION

All Saints Foundation provides a means for donors to leave an enduring legacy of financial gifts for the purpose of furthering the work and mission of the Lutheran Church.

OUR VISION

All Saints Foundation seeks to promote the good news of the Gospel by supporting the activities of others caring for our community.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

All Saints Foundation manages existing funds and disburses grants to benefit our local Lutheran Community.

Funds originate from personal gifts. They are invested at the direction of the All Saints Foundation Board with the intent of growth and protection. Gifts to the Foundation continue in perpetuity, and investment income on the principal is used to make grants.

Grant requests are approved by the Board. Examples might include supporting community ministries, faith-based education opportunities, and the launching of new ministries.

WHY DO PEOPLE GIVE?

  • Provide a means for church members and others to express their gratitude to God for the blessings they have received.
  • Leave a legacy of giving that lives on in the life of the church and community.
  • Become part of a growing and flexible fund to further the mission of the greater Church.
  • Provide an excellent way for individuals to make financial contributions of any kind, in a variety of ways.
“My husband, Tony, and I donated to the All Saints Foundation as a means to continue the legacy of our commitment to All Saints Lutheran Church and to help carry the mission of the greater Church into the future.”
— Marilyn Almén
The All Saints Foundation is important to our family; our father was involved in the establishment of the Foundation, and its fellowship and stewardship were a vital part of our upbringing. We feel blessed to be able to give back at this time in memory of our mother.
— The family of Eloise Rust

HOW TO GIVE

  • Make a one-time cash (check) or reoccurring cash (check) donation in memory or honor of an individuals.
  • Donate stocks, bonds, or other appreciated assets.
  • Donate real property.
  • Plan an end-of-life monetary gift naming All Saints Foundation in your will or trust.
  • Designate the Foundation as the beneficiary of memorials for loved ones.
  • Name the All Saints Foundation as a beneficiary or partial beneficiary of a Traditional or Roth IRA, 401(k) or 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance policy, or charitable remainder trust.
  • Designate Thrivent Choice Dollars.
Gifts should be designated to All Saints Foundation. Gifts may have beneficial individual income tax or estate tax ramifications. Consult a tax professional or attorney for your specific inquiry.

HOW TO SUBMIT A GRANT REQUEST

Grant application forms are available here, or in the church office. Please return the completed applications to the office.
PAST GRANTS GIVEN INCLUDE
  • Seminary scholarships
  • Youth leadership training (T.I.M.)
  • Global Youth Encounter
  • Hospitality House Playground Project
  • Youth with a Mission (YWAM)
  • All Saints Lutheran oboe pipe organ project

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO CONACT THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

For more information please email the foundation or call the All Saints Church office at (952) 934-3550 to leave a message.