Endowment Fund

What:	The Endowment Fund was established in 1995 to receive monetary gifts and bequests. These contributions are invested with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) Foundation for long term growth and income. Both the principal and income from these funds are used for projects, programs, scholarships and mission activities. Recent examples are $60,000 toward the organ repair project, $10,000 to upgrade our sound/video system, and scholarships to students attending Concordia Classical Academy in North Mankato. Endowment funds are not intended to be used for the congregation’s operating budget.
Why:	Current and future contributions to the Endowment Fund will continue to grow and generate income in the years ahead. These funds will provide significant ongoing aid to the mission and ministry here at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and to the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
Who:	Any donor may contribute to the Endowment Fund in any amount.
When	Contributions may be given to the Endowment Fund at any time during the year.
How:	Contributions to the Endowment Fund can be made by using the special “Endowment Fund” offering envelope, writing “Endowment Fund” on your weekly offering envelope, or by writing “Endowment Fund” on the memo line of your check. Contributions can be delivered to the church office in person or sent by mail. You may also name Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Endowment Fund as a beneficiary in your will.
Contact:	More information about the Endowment Fund can be obtained by contacting a member of the Endowment Board, the Pastor, or the church office. A copy of the Bylaws for the Endowment Board is available on our website.