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Planned Giving

Make a difference in people's lives and always be remembered for your contribution

Benefit yourself, your family and First United Methodist Church with your gift

Help First United Methodist Church fulfill its mission for many years and generations to come

Learn About Bequests

What are the benefits of making a bequest?

A bequest does not go into effect until you are promoted to heaven, so it will not affect your current finances at all.
Through a bequest, you are leaving a legacy of your life and faith here at FUMC.
Since anyone can make a bequest, it allows you to help bless the ministry of your church for years to come.
You may lessen the burden of taxes on your family and may receive estate tax savings.

How can I learn more?

Watch a Video

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How do I make a bequest?

A bequest is one of the easiest gifts to make. With the help of an advisor, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift to First Methodist Church of Tulsa as part of your estate plan.

View Bequest Language

What are my options?

A bequest can be made in several ways:

You can gift a specific dollar amount or asset
You can gift a percentage of your estate
You can gift from the balance or residue of your estate
You can make a beneficiary designation of certain assets

How do I get started?

Request an Estate Planning Guide

Create an Online Account