(2019) Besides putting money in the offering plate, there are lots of ways to give!
Online: You can make one-time or recurring donations using your checking or savings account, or your debit or credit card.
Bill pay: This option creates no fees for the church, and allows your bank to send a check to the church from your account.
Text: You can text “SOTV” to 73256.
QR Code: You can scan the QR code in the bulletin.
QCDs: Individuals aged 70 ½ or older can direct money from retirement accounts to the church tax free.
Stock gifts: Individuals receive tax breaks when transferring stock to the church.
Planned giving: You can leave a bequest, or name SOTV as a beneficiary on retirement plans, life insurance, or other assets.
Amazon Smile: When you choose “SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY in Apple Valley,” Amazon will donate .5% of the price of your eligible purchases.
Thrivent Choice: Members of Thrivent Financial can apply for $250 Community Impact Cards each year.
Employer grants or match: Check with your employer to see if they donate to charitable organizations through a payroll deduction or if they match your gifts.
