"In terms of gift planning, we need to be bold and courageous givers because it is all a gift from Him. If we trust that He will take care of us, it makes it simpler to do."
Welcome to Lutheran Hour Ministries Planned Giving
Thank you for your interest in Lutheran Hour Ministries. Our hope is to serve you and your family with helpful information. We have an increasing number of friends at LHM who are now benefiting from life income gifts, gift annuities and other plans. Thank you for taking the time to explore the benefits of gift planning.
IRA
Tax-Free IRA Gift Opportunity
In 2008 and 2009, you can make a tax-free gift with a portion of your required minimum distribution while lowering your taxable income. More ...
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Benefits for Family and Lutheran Hour Ministries
There are several types of plans. Many of these have wonderful benefits for the gift donors. Many families have enjoyed increased income and generous tax savings. You might start by meeting some of these friends. Just click on the picture and you can view each story.
Easy IRA Gift Barbara retired after forty years as a teacher. She had volunteered for many years with Lutheran Hour Ministries. More on Easy IRA Gift >>.
Peace of Mind Gift Annuity Many years ago, Clara Lehman bought a home. Since she was so pleased with the home, she decided to buy stock in the company that builds and sells homes like it. Over the years, the stock has increased in value many times, but the value has been volatile. More on Peace of Mind Gift Annuity >>.
Sale and Unitrust Gene and Carol White purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. The company has done well. A larger company is now discussing the possibility of buying the smaller company. Gene and Carol are looking for a way to save taxes. More on Sale and Unitrust >>.
The Retirement Unitrust Mary Friendly grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she inherited the farm. When Mary was growing up, the farm was out in the country. The city now has grown until the farm is now within the city limits. Several developers would like to build homes on the farmland. More on The Retirement Unitrust >>.
There are several steps to help you make wise and prudent gifts. These pages are here to help you learn how gift planning ideas can be of personal benefit. Let us suggest a few steps that would help you in that process.
We also have a complete tax update service for CPAs, attorneys, CLUs, CFPs, ChFCs, trust officers and other professional friends. The GiftLaw services are made available to all advisors as a free service. We also are always available to assist in helping you provide clients with clear and understandable gift illustrations. If you would like assistance with a gift illustration, please contact lhm-gift@lhm.org.
If you are a professional advisor, you may take the following steps on this site.
In 2008 and 2009, you can make a tax-free gift with a portion of your required minimum distribution while lowering your taxable income. 
