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Capital Campaign
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My Dear Parishioners,
What a joy and blessing it is for me to be your pastor here at St. Francis of Assisi. The love and appreciation I feel from this community invigorates my spirit to serve you and the Lord as best I can. I have been witness to our parish being blessed abundantly with great and generous people. From our founding in 1983, when the first Mass was celebrated at the Country Charm Fish House, we celebrate with great pride and thanksgiving in the many achievements that have been accomplished over the past 40 years.
Today, we face a new challenge and we must look to build upon this wonderful foundation we have here at St. Francis of Assisi. As many of us know, St. Anthony Hall has served us well since 1987. It was our first church, and over the years, as we have added to our facilities, it has been adapted to meet the changing needs of the parish. However, it is a modular building that is now long past its life cycle. It must be replaced to continue to serve the needs of our parish community. In addition, there is a desire to revitalize our central courtyard. This brochure will
provide further details as to how we will look to address these valuable projects.
This effort is about much more than just replacing a building or beautifying the property. It is a way of recognizing the sacrifices of those faithful parishioners that have preceded us, many of whom are our own families. They have made it possible for us to be here today in the beautiful place we call our spiritual home. Let us honor their commitment and sacrifice and continue to build an exciting future for the next generation of Catholic to come here in Madison.
I, along with the members of our Finance Council and Capital Campaign Committee are seeking your generous help. We indeed have a significant challenge before us and I am confident that our parishioners will respond with the same generosity and commitment we have shown throughout the years. This will take significant sacrifice from all. May our gifts, therefore, be a reflection of our true appreciation of the gifts that God has given us. Thank for all you do
to make our parish home the amazing and wonderful place it is today.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Reverend Albeen Reddy Vatti
Pastor
“He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will
also reap bountifully…for God loves a cheerful giver.” ~ 2 Corinthians 9:6-7
Sister Clare Hogan Hall
The construction of the new building is intended to replace the 40+ year old St. Anthony Hall, a modular building that has exceeded its life span and will include:- Dedicated choir rehearsal space, office and storage
- Three class/meeting rooms, a workroom and a small breakroom/kitchen
- Restrooms
- Ample storage
The new building will sit on the current footprint of St. Anthony Halland will be designed to match the exterior materials and colors of our existing facilities. The new building will be much more energy efficient with the interior design similar to the recently renovated St. Clare Hall. The project has received all preliminary approvals by the city of Madison which includes Zoning, Site Plan and City Board approval.
St. Francis of Assisi Courtyard
Our hope with the courtyard is to create a picturesque and peaceful environment that would allow parishioners the ability to walk safely, pray and contemplate God’s blessings all around. We would like the entire area to add beauty to our campus where parishioners and
visitors feel welcome and at ease, with elements that imitate Assisi, Italy, the inspiration for our church. Key elements to the courtyard renovation include:- Repair/replace all walkways and install new lighting for safety
- Improve and update landscaping
- Add seating areas for gathering and fellowship
- Add lighted statues and bench for prayer and reflection
- Improve grade and drainage
Projected Costs..................$3,000,000
Throughout the history of our parish, our families have made the necessary sacrifices in all aspects of parish life and stewardship to further the mission of Christ. As we continue to move forward and prosper as a parish community, we are confident that this challenge will be met with the same degree of commitment and participation.
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Your Decision To Give
No one can tell you how much you should give. The individual parishioner/family is the only one who actually decides what to contribute, since the financial obligations of each family are different. What you give will be held in the strictest confidence.
Not everyone can make the same size gift, but everyone can make the same size sacrifice.
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- Monetary Pledges
- Gifts of Property, Life Insurance, Annuities, Wills or Bequests
- Gifts of Stock
- Gifts of IRA Contributions
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Pledges via Cash or Check, Credit/Debit Card Or Bank Withdrawal
When completing your pledge card, note the amount of your pledge and down payment. Be sure to select your method of payment, i.e., monthly, quarterly, or annual payments. Please make checks payable to St. Francis Campaign. You will be sent payment reminders and a special payment envelope in accordance with the payment plan you choose. You may return the pledge card in the weekly collection, bring it to the parish office, or return it by mail.
Automatic Giving
To pay with a credit card, simply check the appropriate box on your pledge card to indicate that you wish to make your payments via electronic fund transfer from your bank account, debit or credit card. If choosing the electronic method of payment, you will need to set up the automatic payments on the parish website.
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There are different ways to support St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church both today and in the years to come via planned giving. Families or individuals can make gifts of real estate, property, automobiles, life insurance, estate bequests, annuities or charitable remainder trusts.
For substantial gifts of property other than marketable securities, the IRS requires an appraisal. Please contact the campaign office for more information.
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You may use your own broker/agent or the parish’s agent to transfer gifts of stock. If the stock has been held for one year or longer, you do not have to pay capital gains tax on the stock, and are allowed a tax deduction for the full value of the stock, provided that the stock is transferred to the parish before being liquidated. The stock is not required to have appreciated
in value since you purchased it. If you are interested in a stock donation, please contact the Campaign Office or make a notation on the pledge card so we may provide you with the necessary information.
For substantial gifts of property other than marketable securities, the IRS requires an appraisal. Please contact the campaign office for more information.
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An IRA owner, age 70½ or older, can directly transfer tax-free up to $100,000 per year to an eligible charity. This option can be used for distributions from IRAs, regardless of whether the owners itemize their deductions. Distributions from employer sponsored retirement plans, including SIMPLE IRAs and simplified employee pension (SEP) plans, are not eligible. To qualify, the funds must be transferred directly by the IRA trustee to the eligible charity. Distributed amounts may be excluded from the IRA owner’s income — resulting in lower taxable income for the IRA owner.
For substantial gifts of property other than marketable securities, the IRS requires an appraisal. Please contact the campaign office for more information.
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We Need Your SPECIAL GENEROSITY
St. Francis of Assisi is looking to raise a minimum of $3,000,000 through the efforts of this campaign. Every member of our parish community is integral to our success in reaching this goal, and, therefore, each family is asked to consider making a pledge to the campaign to the best of their ability. Everyone is asked to prayerfully consider how their generosity can reflect their gratitude for the gifts that God has given them. We know that a sacrificial pledge will be a challenge for some of our parish households, therefore, it is vital to the success of our campaign that those who are able to make larger pledges do so.
All contributions from the smallest to the largest are gratefully appreciated.
Individuals who are financially capable of pledging $25,000, $50,000, $100,000 or more, are asked to step forward and become leaders of our campaign. Please review the Suggested Gift Plans and choose a plan that is right for you and your family. Each family is asked to consider a minimum pledge of $5,000 or more, payable over three years. A pledge of $5,000, after a down payment of $500, is $125 per month for three years or $4.11 a day!
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As You Make Your Pledge
PLEASE REMEMBER
- Payments may be made over a period of three (3) years. A longer period can be arranged if necessary.
- Payment reminders will be mailed to you in accordance with the payment plan you choose.
- Pledge payments are fully deductible for tax purposes.
- Please make checks payable to: St. Francis Campaign
The gift plans are provided as a suggested guideline when considering your pledge. A 10% down payment is optional. Please review the gift plans carefully and select one that fits your family’s financial situation. Pledges are not legally binding, but rather the expression of your intent.Suggested GIFT PLANS
Total Gift
10% Down Payment 3 Annual Payments 12 Quarterly Payments 36 Monthly Payments Daily Sacrifice $250,000 $25,000 $75,000 $18,750 $6,250 $205.48 $100,000 $10,000 $30,000 $7,500 $2,500 $82.19 $50,000 $5,000 $15,000 $3,750 $1,250 $41.09 $25,000 $2,500 $7,500 $1,875 $625 $20.55 $10,000 $1,000 $3,000 $750 $250 $8.22 $8,000 $800 $2,400 $600 $200 $6.58 $6,000 $600 $1,800 $450 $150 $4.93 $5,000 $500 $1,500 $375 $125 $4.11 If you have any questions about the campaign or making your pledge, please contact the parish office, (601) 856-5556.
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