Matching Funds
Thousands of employers match their employees’ charitable contributions. Some also match contributions for retirees. This does not cost you anything but a few minutes and could substantially impact the Mission programs. Investigate if your employer matches donations and what you must do to include the Casa Franciscana Outreach. Employers may verify your donation by emailing…
Read MoreWill and Trusts
A will is a legal document that allows people to express their wishes posthumously for how their property should be managed and distributed after their death. A trust fund is a legal arrangements that allow individuals to place assets in a special account to benefit another person or entity. Trust funds often require the assistance of a professional to…
Read MoreIRA Charitable Rollover
The charitable IRA rollover, or qualified charitable distribution (QCD), is a special provision allowing particular donors of age 70.5 to exclude from taxable income—and count toward their required minimum distribution—certain transfers of Individual Retirement Account (IRA) assets that are made directly to charities recognized by the IRS. A Roth IRA differs from a traditional IRA.…
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The Words of the Children You Helped
Christmas Is Love in Action
My dear sisters and brothers, During the Christmas season, we naturally think of children. This year, little five year old Rigolito or Rigo is especially in my thoughts. We met him on a hot humid Guaymas day while we were visiting the sick and delivering food boxes. His sister came running to us; telling us…
Read MoreDonor-advised funds (DAF)
Donor-advised funds (DAF) are the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicle in the United States because they are easy and offer a tax advantage. When you contribute cash, securities or other assets through a DAF to a public charity, like Casa Franciscana Outreach, you are generally eligible to take an immediate tax deduction. Then those funds can…
Read MoreRon Cope: He Was A Special Blessing
We are all called to serve the Lord’s kingdom here on earth in different ways. Some to pray, some to lead, and some as soldiers. Ron Cope answered the Lord’s call many years ago with a service retreat to our Franciscan Mission in Guaymas, Mexico. Whatever happened on that trip changed Ron’s heart forever. Ron…
Read MoreBringing Relief and Hope
My dear brothers and sisters, Walk with me down the dusty road to the shack of Rogelio. He is one of the many elderly that we visit, carrying a hot meal, food boxes, medicines, hygiene products, mobility devices, bedding and spiritual care. He was amazed and cried when our team brought out a…
Read MoreFirst Harvest for Casa Franciscana
On Earth Day 2022,we shared our new pilot project of home gardens. The vision is that the fruit and vegetables will provide wholesome vitamin rich food for the family and to share with neighbors. Perhaps, in the future, they will grow large enough gardens to sell some of their produce to other villages. One of…
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