Our Vocation as Stewards
Stewardship is all that we do after we say "Yes" to Christ
Contribute online starting today
Surveys indicate an overwhelming majority of Americans
prefer to do their banking over the internet. We have received numerous
requests for a way to make contributions online.
In response to your requests, we began looking for a way to accept your
contributions in a way that was convenient and secure. We also wanted a
method that did not increase costs to St. Margaret’s, and one that could be
used by our seasonal members. Based on our research and discussions with a
representative from the national Episcopal Church we have established a
relationship with ParishPay, a nationwide organization that provides online
contributions for several thousand churches across the country.
Members of St. Margaret’s staff have been testing the system with their own
contributions and have found the system is easy to use and provides
excellent reporting. In addition, when you make a contribution through
ParishPay you are given an option to print out slip to place in the
collection plate on Sunday.
Beginning next week St. Margaret’s will begin accepting online contributions
through ParishPay, with a link from our website. More information will be
provided in the coming weeks.
If you would like to help us test the system, or have questions about
ParishPay, please contact Darlene Fletcher at 760-346-2697 Ext 125
Two options are now available to all who support the church
financially. Click the "ParishPay" logo and you will be directed to our
secure online contribution site for the general operations of the church and
special contributions, such as St. Margaret’s Day music, Alms, etc.
Click on the "Let Your Light Shine" logo and you will be directed to a secure online contribution site for our Let Your Light Shine Campaign.
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Click the logo to make
a contribution to St. Margaret's General Fund and/or a Designated Fund |
Click the logo to make a contribution to the Let Your Light Shine Campaign |
Frequently Asked Questions about Donating an Automobile
Is
my donation tax deductible?
All auto donations donated to charitable organizations granted
tax exemption under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
are tax deductible. St. Margaret's has been designated as an exempt
charity subject to the provisions of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code.
Will my vehicle donation provide me with a tax benefit?
If currently you are not itemizing your deductions on your
State and Federal tax returns, your accountant will be able to tell
you if making a car donation would justify switching to itemizing
your yearly deductions and using the longer form.
What proof do I need for my deduction?
You will need a Letter of Receipt from the Stewardship Office
of St. Margaret's Episcopal Church verifying the date, the year, make
and model of your vehicle donation.
How is the value determined?
The IRS requires that the donor use the "fair market
value" as a tax deduction. The Kelly
Blue Book, the NADA Guides
and Intellichoice may be
used as helpful references in determining the Fair Market Value of
your vehicle. Other valuation services and information bureaus may
also be of assistance.
We suggest you review IRS Publication 526 which sets forth the manner
in which the IRS requires you to determine the value of your donated
property. You may search IRS Publication 526 online:
IRS
Publications.
If you estimate the value of your vehicle at over $5,000, an appraisal
is not only advisable, but required by a certified, third-party, impartial
appraiser which cannot be provided or paid for by St. Margaret's Episcopal
Church in order to be valid.
What do I need to donate my vehicle?
You will need to provide the complete Title to the car with
all appropriate signatures from all owners, should their be more than
one listed on Title.
My car hasn't run in years. Can I still donate it?
Maybe. There are exceptions, including older vehicles whose value would not offset the cost of towing. To find out if we can accept your vehicle, please contact Chet Hecht at (760) 346-2697 ext. 102