After prayerful consideration, you should select a sacrifice that your family can make given your financial resources and obligations. ]
Should I consider making a down payment with my pledge?
Yes. Receiving funds up front will make it easier to meet the costs of construction without having to incur the expense of a bridge loan.
Do gifts of stock have tax advantages?
If a stock has been held long-term (over one year), the donor does not have to pay capital gains tax and is allowed a tax reduction for the full value of the stock. There are similar advantages to giving from mandatory 401K distributions. Please call the parish office, 850-222-1321, for more information.
Is my contribution in addition to my regular tithes and offerings?
Yes. Your contributions for this project are in addition to regular offertory. Please continue your regular giving to fund ongoing parish and school operations.
Will my contribution be used for other parish or diocesan purposes?
No. All donations received will go into a separate, special account, already authorized to be used only for this construction project. Every single penny.
Are all parish families asked to give?
Yes. Each parish family is asked to make a sacrificial financial commitment. The total amount of your Faith Promise may be paid over a five-year period and, in most cases, is fully tax-deductible.