Bequest

A charitable bequest is one of the easiest ways you can leave a lasting impact on Concordia Theological Seminary.

Thank you for your support of Concordia Theological Seminary and our mission to form servants in Jesus Christ who teach the faithful, reach the lost, and care for all. Unless you indicate otherwise, your gift will automatically be used wherever it's most needed to help train pastors and deaconesses for service in Christ's Church. You may designate your gift to student financial aid or to a specific area of interest by selecting "Other Gift" and providing a description of the area to which you would like your gift directed.

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Gifts of Real Estate

Donating appreciated real estate, such as a home, vacation property, undeveloped land, farmland, ranch or commercial property can make a great gift to Concordia Theological Seminary.

Real Estate

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Benefits of gifts of real estate

Avoid paying capital gains tax on the sale of the real estate
Receive a charitable income tax deduction based on the value of the gift
Leave a lasting legacy to Concordia Theological Seminary

How to make a gift of real estate

Your real property may be given to Concordia Theological Seminary by executing or signing a deed transferring ownership. You may deed part or all of your real property to Concordia Theological Seminary. Your gift will generally be based on the property's fair market value, which must be established by an independent appraisal.

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If you have any questions about gifts of real estate, please contact us. We would be happy to assist you and answer any questions that you have.

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