Donating by check, online, or by bank transfer may be the quickest and most convenient way to give. Stop by the Cathedral Administration Office to drop off your donation or mail a check to us: 701 N 40th St, Omaha NE 68131.

Consider asking your employer if they offer matching gifts.

Naming Saint Cecilia Cathedral as owner and sole beneficiary may prove to be beneficial.

Gifting real estate to Saint Cecilia Cathedral can be accomplished by working with staff and advisors prior to making a transfer. Gifting real estate offers tax advantages, avoids capital gains, and allows you to claim the current fair market appraised value of your property as a tax deduction.

Gifts of appreciated property held for more than one year, such as real estate, common stock, mutual funds, bonds, IRAs or retirement plans, offer significant advantages to the donor.

In exchange for your gift of cash, securities or other property, we will provide you and/or a named beneficiary an annual fixed annuity payment for life. Gift annuities offer immediate tax advantages, including partial avoidance of capital gains tax on the appreciation of donated property.

You may establish a significant gift in the form of a charitable remainder trust that can provide a substantial income to you during your lifetime and, if you choose, during the life of a named beneficiary. Upon the death of the final beneficiary, the trust is terminated and the remaining principal is given to Saint Cecilia Cathedral.

A bequest is a provision in the donor's will leaving a specific amount, percentage or remainder of assets to us. It is a simple matter to include a bequest to Saint Cecilia Cathedral directly in your will or in a codicil to your will. To expedite your good intentions, here is a recommended clause for making an outright unrestricted bequest to Saint Cecilia Cathedral: "Saint Cecilia Cathedral of Omaha, a Nebraska entity, is to receive the sum of (indicate a specific amount or percentage). This bequest is unrestricted, and the pastor may use and expend the same for the benefit of Saint Cecilia Cathedral in Omaha in any manner it deems appropriate." This is an example. Always consult your attorney for specific legal advice. Should you wish to make a bequest that is restricted to a specific purpose, parish or ministry, please contact us for examples of appropriate wording.

One way to support Saint Cecilia Cathedral as well as to help yourself is to advertise with us. Bulletin advertising: Contact LPI: 800-950-9952 ext. 2659. Annual Fundraiser: Comedy & Cuisine: You can advertise in our program booklet. The event is held each spring and supports our Grade School. Contact us at 402-551-2313.

Transferring stock offers the opportunity to save on capital gains and income taxes and allows you to deduct the value of the stock at current market rates regardless of your original purchase price. For legal and professional advice, please consult an attorney.

Those over 70.5 years of age can make charitable donations paid directly to Saint Cecilia Cathedral from their IRA account and avoid personal income tax liabilities. Individuals 72 years of age and older may consider making their required minimum distribution (RMD) payable to Saint Cecilia Cathedral.

Charitable contributions to your donor-advised fund can easily be transferred by submitting Saint Cecilia Cathedral information to your fund representative.

Making a three or four-year pledge to Saint Cecilia Cathedral can spread your gifts over time.

• Name Saint Cecilia Cathedral as a beneficiary in your will by listing a specific gift, property, or specific amount of money or stock. • Name Saint Cecilia Cathedral as a beneficiary in your insurance policies, IRAs, and other investments. • Consider transferring paid-up insurance policies into the Saint Cecilia Cathedral name.

Please talk with a staff member to recognize a loved one in perpetuity at Saint Cecilia Cathedral.