Transform lives through the ministry of St. Francis
In the name of Jesus Christ and the example of St. Francis of Assisi, we invite you to share in the Franciscan legacy by making a gift in your will, trust, or other estate planning vehicle to Franciscan Mission Associates (FMA).
Every day at FMA, we bring the ministry of St. Francis to people’s daily lives. With the financial support of faithful people like you, we provide nourishment, healthcare, education, and spiritual support to people in need in both North and Central America.
Ways to leave a legacy
A gift in your will
or trust
It is easy to make a charitable bequest to FMA in your will or living trust and it costs nothing to make now. Your legacy gift will bring material aid and spiritual care to people in need.
Beneficiary
designation
You can name FMA as a beneficiary of your IRA, qualified pension plan, life insurance, donor advised fund, bank or brokerage account. It is a simple way to sustain the work of our ministries and missions.
IRA gifts
If you are 70 ½ years or older, you can give up to $105,000 in 2024 from your IRA to qualified public charities like FMA while lowering your taxable income — all while furthering our works of charity.
Gifts of stock
Donating appreciated stock or mutual funds is a tax-wise way to support FMA. Receive a tax deduction and avoid capital gains tax.
Gifts that pay income
Charitable Gift Annuities and Charitable Remainder Trusts can provide you with lifetime income and tax benefits while helping FMA fulfill its mission.
Non-cash assets
Donating assets like real estate helps support our ministries and missions while providing you with significant tax benefits.
Join the FMA Legacy Society
When you make a legacy gift to FMA, you will join other donors whose legacy gifts help sustain our ministries and missions and transform lives.
To learn more about the Legacy Society and the difference your legacy gift can make for people in need, please contact us.
leavealegacy@franciscanmissionassoc.org
Tel.: 914-664-5604
“Legacy Giving allows the Franciscan Friars to carry forward the mission of St. Francis, touching lives with compassion and faith. Your generosity ensures that our work in education, healthcare, and spiritual care continues to grow. Together, we create lasting change for future generations in need.“
Fr. Robert, OFM
Legacy giving information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as financial, legal, or tax advice. Please consult with qualified advisors about your unique situation.
