What are the benefits of donating to the Mountain Brook Baptist Church/James D. Moebes Foundation? The benefits begin with the satisfaction of making a gift which will have a lasting impact on countless lives. Your gift may ensure the excellence of Mountain Brook Baptist Church’s ministry and mission actions now and in future years. You may also benefit from one or more of many tax advantages associated with making current and deferred gifts.
Who can donate to the Mountain Brook Baptist Church/James D. Moebes Foundation? Anyone can donate, whether or not that person is a member of Mountain Brook Baptist Church; however, the foundation was established as a means for church members to support the ministries and missions of Mountain Brook Baptist Church.
How much may I give to the Mountain Brook Baptist Church/James D. Moebes Foundation? There is no specific amount of donation required. If $25,000, or more, is donated, the donor may request that a specifically named fund be created in accordance with the donor’s intentions and consistent with the missions of Mountain Brook Baptist Church.
Should a donation to the Mountain Brook Baptist Church/James D. Moebes Foundation be in addition to my gifts to the church’s annual ministry plan? Yes, your donation should be in addition to your annual tithe and offerings. Many members may choose to make estate planning gifts.
May I choose how my gift is applied? You are required to allocate your gift to one of the four funds. You can grant the Board complete discretion over how to allocate your gift and its investment returns, or you can designate your gift for the support of specific missions, ministries, events, or functions.
How are the investment decisions of the Mountain Brook Baptist Church/James D. Moebes Foundation made? The Board believes investment decisions are driven by market cycles and the assets will be managed accordingly with a focus on minimizing risk while attempting to achieve a reasonable return through diversification.
When are distributions made from the Mountain Brook Baptist Church/James D. Moebes Foundation? The Board will make distributions when appropriate to support the missions and ministries of Mountain Brook Baptist Church and in accordance with the requirements of any designated funds.
How do I make my gift to the Mountain Brook Baptist Church/James D. Moebes Foundation? Contact the Executive Director, any Board member, or the church’s financial officer for a preliminary discussion of your proposed gift and how you would like it applied.