Giving & Generosity

Generosity

Your financial support allows us to continue our mission of bringing hope, healing, and justice to our community and the wider world. We offer a range of giving options, from traditional methods to online giving, so you can choose the way that suits you best.

As a community, we are committed to being responsible stewards of the resources that are entrusted to us, and using them to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Thank you for your generosity, and for partnering with us in this important work.

GIVE TO LUMC

ENDOWMENT PROGRAM

SPONSORED WORSHIP GIFTS

GIFTS & MEMORIAL FUND

Ways to Give

In-Person

We receive offerings on Sunday mornings during worship services. Cash and checks can be placed in the wooden box at the back of our Worship Center.

Offerings can be dropped off in the church office throughout the week as well.

Mail

Checks can be mailed to our church office:

7070 Bent Tree Blvd
Columbus, OH 43235

Personalized giving envelopes are available upon request. Contact the church office to request envelopes.

Online

Online giving is safe, simple, and secure. You will be able to set up one-time or recurring gifts.

GIVE ONLINE

Endowment Program

The endowment program was established as a long-term way to invest in future generations of Linworth UMC worshipers. Whether we give through an estate plan, a special gift, or as part of our regular giving, the endowment funds provide a way for future disciples to carry on the work of the Lord. The principal from donations to these funds is held permanently, and only a percentage of its market value is distributed annually.

The endowment program is intended for purposes that are not a part of the church’s programs which are funded through the annual operating budget. Donations may be directed to one of three categories:

  • Missions Fund (for missions in and beyond the local church community)
  • Property Fund (for improvements, additions to, or construction of physical facilities)
  • General Fund (for special needs and ministries determined by the church leadership)

Gifts of $500 or greater may be recognized with an engraved leaf on the Endowment Tree. Gifts of $5,000 or greater may be recognized with an engraved rock beneath the tree.

If you have any questions about donating to an endowment fund, email endowment@linworthumc.org.

Endowment Program Charter

2023 Endowment Grant Application Instructions

2023 Endowment Grant Application Form

Sponsored Worship Gifts

At our church, we offer the opportunity for individuals or families to sponsor worship gifts such as bread and water and altar flowers that enhance our worship experience.

These sponsored gifts not only add beauty and meaning to our worship services, but they also provide a way for individuals to honor loved ones, celebrate special occasions, or express their gratitude for blessings received.

Sponsoring a worship gift is a meaningful way to participate in our community and to share in the joy and blessings of worship with others.

If you are interested in sponsoring a worship gift, please contact our church office for more information on how to get involved.

Worship Gifts Calendar

Gifts & Memorial Fund

The Gifts & Memorial Fund provides members and friends of Linworth UMC with opportunities to make gifts that can provide immediate financial support for LUMC programs and ministries outside the annual operating budget and the regular giving of its members. Donations to the Gifts & Memorial Fund are typically made in recognition of someone meaningful to you or to memorialize someone who has passed away.

If you wish to memorialize someone in perpetuity, please consider a gift to the Linworth UMC Endowment Fund as an alternative.