Any gift that requires a little extra planning to create or complete is a "planned gift".  Common planned gifts include direct transfers of appreciated stock, a bequest (will or trust gift), life insurance, beneficiary designation on an IRA, and real estate.  There are also ways to arrange a current gift that will provide an income stream to the giver (gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts).

A planned gift to your local church or another favorite United Methodist ministry can make a difference today or touch lives far into the future.  In addition, some gift arrangements can help you minimize taxes and help you with other planning considerations. Follow this link to learn more about some of these Gift Ideas.