Create a legacy through your planned giving.

Leave a legacy gift to ensure the future of Disciples churches and ministries. When you let us know your intent, which can change at any time, you become a member of our Heritage Society. 

You may choose to provide support by including a bequest in your estate plan or by naming Disciples Church Extension Fund as a beneficiary of your whole life insurance or retirement plan, such as a 401k, Traditional IRA, or 403b. Retirement plan beneficiary designations, with the exception of Roth plans, typically are subject to income tax when individual beneficiaries receive distributions. However, any distributions received by us as your beneficiary after your passing will avoid being taxed.

Please download and fill out our Heritage Society form, so we can acknowledge your generosity. Those who have designated us as a beneficiary in a will, estate plan, or life-income gift are eligible to become members of the Heritage Society. We will not sell or share your personal information. 

Download a free estate planning kit and learn more here. Please consult your tax advisor when planning legacy gifts.

For charitable bequests and/or beneficiary designation forms, we suggest that you and your estate planning advisors use the following language: “…for the Disciples Church Extension Fund, a not-for-profit corporation located in Indianapolis, Indiana.”