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A current and thoughtful estate plan guarantees that your values and priorities will be honored, giving peace of mind to you and your loved ones. In honor of National Make-a-Will Month, this issue of “Insights” is full of information and tools to help you feel confident in documenting your estate plans. This month serves as a reminder for all of us to review those plans and ensure that they align with the people and ministries nearest to our hearts.

I encourage you to dig into the resources below and share them with friends, family and your fellow ELCA members. As always, I am here to help you navigate the estate planning process with confidence.

AUGUST IS NATIONAL MAKE-A-WILL MONTH!

Now is the perfect time to reflect on your estate plans. The ELCA Foundation offers several helpful resources to guide you through every stage of the estate planning process. Here are some of our favorites:

Save time and set yourself up for estate planning success with “Estate Planning Starters.”
Get a handle on your estate plan with “Estate Planning You Can Do at Home.”
Learn what goes into a will — and who should be involved — with “A Guide to Making Your Will.”
Write your will at any time with Giving Docs, our online will-writing tool. Free, secure access is yours for life.

UNLEASH YOUR GIVING POWER WITH THIS SIMPLE TOOL

Unlock your inner superhero and make a lasting impact with a simple tool: a beneficiary designation on your retirement account or life insurance policy. By including an ELCA ministry, you can support our church's mission far into the future, ensuring that your legacy of generosity will continue to inspire others.

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DO I NEED A TRUST?

Wondering if a trust is right for you? A will is essential for distributing your assets, but a trust can offer additional benefits such as avoiding probate, protecting your privacy and providing for beneficiaries in specific ways. Explore whether a living trust could enhance your estate planning and provide peace of mind for the future.

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About the Ministry Growth Fund

Designed specifically for congregations, synods, seminaries and other affiliates of the ELCA, the Ministry Growth Fund is a long-term, stable and socially responsible endowment fund that provides distributions to grow ministry, now and well into the future. Individuals may participate in the fund by opening a named endowment or donor-advised fund. Learn more.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

World Food Day: Celebrating 50 Years of ELCA World Hunger
Tuesday, Oct. 15 | 7 p.m. Central time

Join ELCA leaders for a special, online event to hear firsthand stories about the impact of 50 years of ELCA World Hunger’s work in the world.

Lutheran Outdoor Ministries
Connecting Your Outdoor Ministries to the ELCA Foundation
Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 1 p.m. Central time

Join LOM and the Foundation for a webinar focused on the importance of building an intentional planned giving program for your camp and how to go about getting started. Learn about the services provided by the Foundation and the benefits of building a strong partnership with the regional gift planner for your region.

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