Generosity

Option 1: Give through Hope Online

Hope has partnered with Tithe.ly for online giving. Tithe.ly is used by many churches in America and is very secure. It’s easier to use (on mobile devices, too), and you will be able to view your giving history all in one place. You will need to make a new account with Tithe.ly, and set Hope Lutheran as your church.

This safe and flexible option is an easy way to contribute to Hope and is available for one-time gifts or for scheduled, recurring contributions. Whether you’d like to give a single gift, schedule ongoing donations or view your giving history, you can do it all online. It’s quick, easy and secure.

Option 2: Text to Give (Coming Soon)

Now, giving is as easy as texting a friend. Simply text “give” to [insert five-digit code] and follow the instructions through Tithe.ly.

Option 3: Give in Person

You can give every Sunday by placing your gift in the offering plate or at any time that the church is open in the lockbox by the church secretary's desk.

Option 4: Give Through Your Financial Institution Online

You can give your tithe and any additional gifts through your personal financial institution’s online bill payment service.

It’s simple. All you have to do is indicate “Hope Lutheran Church Minneota” as your payee, specify your name as the account, and use the following information for the payee address:

Hope Lutheran Church
13 South Jefferson Street
P.O. Box 87
Minneota MN 56264

(507) 872-6446

Your financial institution will send Hope Lutheran Church the payment, and we will record it toward your giving record just as if you had written the check yourself.

Option 5: Give Through Securities

Donating securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds to Hope Lutheran Church is easy and has several tax advantages over cash donations.

Tax Advantages

When you donate securities to Hope Lutheran Church, you’ll generally take a tax deduction for the full fair market value (within IRS limits). Because you are donating stock, you avoid paying capital gains on the appreciation of the stock. Prefer to donate bonds or mutual funds? The same benefits apply.

Consult with your tax or financial advisor to find out more about the tax advantages that may apply to your individual situation.