Gifts by Will or Trust

A charitable gift from your estate is a favored method of giving that enables you to achieve your financial goals, maintain control of your assets, and benefit Diakon.

Naming Us in Your Assets

While you may transfer many of your assets through your will or living trust, a document called a beneficiary designation controls distribution of your retirement plans, life insurance policies, commercial annuities and a variety of financial accounts.

Life Income Gifts

Planned giving is a great way to support Diakon while generating income for yourself and your family. Learn about the gifts that allow you to give to Diakon while generating income for yourself and your family.

Charitable Lead Trust

Make a substantial gift to Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries in the form of fixed annual payments and pass assets to your family or other heirs at reduced tax cost.

Bargain Sale

Receive immediate cash and make a gift to Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries by selling to us a valuable asset, such as real estate, for less than it is worth.