At Definition Church, generosity is our privilege, not a pressure. Most of us think of giving from our income, but sometimes the greatest impact comes from giving what we’ve accumulated: investments, real estate, insurance, or other valuable resources.
Giving from these non-cash assets can offer significant tax advantages, and often enables a person or family to give more than they imagined. If you’re considering how to make a meaningful investment in Build His House, we’d love to come alongside you and help.
Donating appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual funds is one of the most tax-efficient ways to give. When you transfer these assets directly to Definition Church (rather than selling them yourself), you typically avoid capital gains tax and receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value.
Example:
You bought a stock for $2,000 and it’s now worth $10,000.
Best for: Long-term investments that have grown significantly in value.
Land, rental property, vacation homes, or other real estate can also be powerful giving tools. Like securities, real estate gifts can allow you to avoid capital gains tax and deduct the full appraised value.
Options include:
Note: All real estate gifts require appraisal and approval before acceptance.
Gifts of personal property—such as vehicles, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, or other tangible items—can also be used to support Build His House. The fair market value may be tax-deductible depending on the type of item and its intended use.
Common items:
Important: Donations must be coordinated with our team to ensure we’re able to accept and process the gift efficiently.
Do you have a paid-up whole life insurance policy that’s no longer needed for its original purpose (like a mortgage or tuition plan)? You can name Definition Church as the policy owner and beneficiary.
We may choose to either:
Your gift may be tax-deductible based on the policy's cash surrender value or replacement cost.
Do you or your business have access to materials, supplies, or equipment that could support the campaign? In many cases, in-kind contributions can be just as valuable as cash.
Examples include:
Note: IRS rules do not allow you to deduct the value of your services, but you can bill the church and donate the amount as a cash gift.
Charitable lead trusts (CLTs) are tools that allow you to give now and receive later. You create a trust that pays income to Definition Church for a set number of years, and when the term ends, the remaining assets return to you or your heirs.
Benefits include:
CLTs require legal and financial counsel but can be an excellent solution for those with complex estates.
Deferred gifts allow you to make a meaningful investment in the future of Definition Church—often through your estate plan or retirement assets.
Common types of deferred gifts include:
These gifts cost nothing today, but they provide a lasting legacy that can continue to impact lives for generations.
We know that non-cash giving can feel more complex, and we want to make it as simple as possible for you. Our team is here to walk with you through the process and ensure your gift is stewarded well.
Have questions about giving non-cash assets? Email our team at accounting@definition.church and we’ll be glad to help.
Pushpay makes it simple to give stocks, ETFs, and cryptocurrency directly and securely.
Please note: Pushpay does not accept mutual funds that are not ETFs.
