Franciscan Renewal Center

Why Give?

Here at the Casa, we help individuals to deepen their relationship with God, themselves and others. Through our liturgical events and services, retreats, workshops, classes, conferences, counseling and social justice outreach, we offer many opportunities to meet and serve God.

We have each been entrusted with the mysteries of Christ, the love of Christ and countless gifts. It is our responsibility as Christians to effectively use Christ’s gifts and serve God in ways appropriate for this honor.

We ask that you reflect on the numerous gifts given to you by God as you develop your financial plans for the future. We depend and rely on your continued generosity and support of the Franciscan Renewal Center for current operations and longevity for future generations. We survive on donations related to program support, liturgical events, social action ministry, grounds and maintenance, capital improvements and endowments.

For information on any aspect of giving to the Franciscan Renewal Center, please contact Rachel Oesterle, Vision Sustainability, at 480-948-7460, extension 145 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Give Online

Giving online is simple, fast and has an immediate impact. We can accept donations through our web site thanks to PayPal (credit card payments only).

Give by Mail

Make your check or money order payable to "Franciscan Renewal Center" or "FRC"

Your mail-in gift will support the Casa’s greatest needs. If you prefer to direct your gift to a specific area, please indicate that on your donation check.

Planned Giving

There are various opportunities and techniques that help you maximize the personal benefits of your charitable giving and allow you to make a gift that you might not have thought possible.

Matching Gifts

Many employers sponsor matching gift programs for charitable contributions made to 501(c)(3) charities. Some companies even match gifts made by retirees and/or spouses. Before making your contribution, find out if your organization will match it with your employer representative.

The Development Team

The Casa’s Development Office assists community members, foundations, program participants and others to maximize the benefits of their charitable giving through various gift strategies. With the assistance of the Catholic Community Foundation development team, we can provide information about and assist with arrangements for bequests, charitable remainder trusts, gift annuities, and a variety of assets, such as real estate and closely held stock. These types of gift plans often allow donors to optimize their philanthropy while meeting their financial, tax and estate plans.

Contact the Casa Development Office at 480-948-7460 or 800-356-3247, ext. 161 for information on a broad range of planned giving opportunities.

Sample Bequest Language

(The Franciscan Renewal Center Non-Profit Organization 2009 ministerial report & financial statements are available for public viewing.)

IRA Charitable gifts to the Casa are exempt from tax thru 2011 under these provisions!

The Casa has received a couple of these gifts in the last month. Please consider this idea in support of the Casa Vision and the excellent tax benefits.  If you have questions about this please contact Charlie Brown, GM   at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 480-928-7460 ext. 175.  Thank you!

Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act of 2010 has extended the IRA Charitable Rollover for   2011. Originally passed in 2006 as part of the Pension Protection Act, the IRA Charitable Rollover allows individuals age 70½ and older to make direct transfers totaling up to $100,000 per year to 501(c)(3) the Casa, without having to count the transfers as income for federal income tax purposes

• Who qualifies? Individuals who are age 70½ or older at the time of the contribution (you have to wait until your actual 70½th birthday to make the transfer).
• How much can I transfer? $100,000 each year for 2011.
• From what accounts can I make transfers? Transfers must come from your IRAs directly to Franciscan Renewal Center. If you have retirement assets in a 401(k), 403(b) etc., you must first roll those funds into an IRA, and then you can direct the IRA provider to transfer the funds from the IRA directly to Franciscan Renewal Center.
• To what charities can I make gifts? Tax exempt organizations that are classified as 501(c)(3) charities, including Franciscan Renewal Center to which deductible contributions can be made.
• Can I use the rollover to fund life-income gifts (charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, or pooled income funds)? No, these are not eligible.
• Can I use the rollover to fund donor advised funds or supporting organizations? No, these are not eligible.
• Can I use the rollover to support a particular purpose at Franciscan Renewal Center? As with all other gifts, you can direct your IRA Charitable Rollover gift as you see fit.
• How will Franciscan Renewal Center count the gift? We will give you full credit for the entire gift amount.
• What are the tax implications to me?
• Federal – You do not recognize the transfer to Franciscan Renewal Center as income, provided it goes directly from the IRA provider to us. However, you are not entitled to an income tax charitable deduction for your gift.
• State – Each state has different laws, so you will need to consult with your own advisors. Some states have a state income tax and will include this transfer as income. Within those states, some will allow for a state income tax charitable deduction and others will not. Other states base their state income tax on the federal income or federal tax paid. Still other states have no income tax at all.

Does this transfer qualify as my minimum required distribution? Once you reach age 70½, you are required to take minimum distributions from your retirement plans each year, according to a federal formula. IRA charitable rollovers count towards your minimum required distributions for the year.

Peace and Good Always~  Charlie