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Elim Lutheran Church Foundation

Foundation FAQs

What is the purpose of the Elim Lutheran Church Foundation?
Desiring the need for an ongoing program of stewardship that reaches out, beyond the doors of Elim Lutheran Church. The congregation established the foundation in January 1997. Its purpose is to receive and invest gifts and bequests for the growth and advancement of God’s Kingdom.

Gifts will be used exclusively for religious, charitable and educational endeavors independent of Elim Lutheran Church.  Carrying out the object of propagating faith in Jesus Christ, domestically and abroad. 5% of the foundation assets are donated annually.

How is the fund governed and managed?
The endowment fund is owned by the members of Elim and managed by a board of elected directors who support the foundation financially. Your input is important in determining on how the board will direct the use of the contribution.

How Can I Contribute?
Contributions can be made in cash, stocks, bonds, insurance, and other securities: or in your will as a bequest or trust. Your contribution provides for an opportunity for stewardship, personal fulfillment and declaring your values to family and others whom you can positively influence. Contributions are tax deductible and may provide other tax benefits.

Board Members
Lynne Moratzka, President
Arnie Wright, Vice President
Jim Thorson, Treasurer
Barb Sackmann, Secretary
Tracey Thomas, Director
Ali Lutz, Director


Interested in nominating an organization? Please download the application for additional information.
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Application deadline: October 1, 2020

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Fiscal 2019 Gift Recipients
Arrive Ministries
Bethel's Centre of Pastoral Care
Faith Alive
Friends of Madagascar
International Health Partners
Iringa HOPE- Go Make Disciples Fund
La Fuente Ministries
Lutheran College  Megan Malaski - The Miller Fund
ELCA- Disaster Relief
Mission Evangelism to Corrections
New Life Community Center
St. Crois Chaplaincy Association
St Paul Synod: Local Mission
Tree House
World Vision


  







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Contact Us

651-433-2723

Location

Elim Lutheran, 20971 Olinda Trail N, Scandia, MN 55073
  • Home
    • Highlights and Calendar
    • Stewardship >
      • Fair Trade Items
      • Giving via Recycling and Reusing
    • About
    • Thank yous
    • Covid 19 Information
  • Worship
    • Online Worship Services
    • Additional Online Resources
    • Accessibility
    • Baptism
  • Where, Who, What
    • Church Council >
      • Council Officer Position Descriptions
    • Ministry Staff
  • Ministries
    • Alcoholics Anonymous
    • Adult Bible Study
    • Cemetery >
      • Cemetery Blog
      • Cemetery Flowers
      • Purchasing Lots & Niches >
        • Cemetery Bylaws
        • Columbarium Bylaws
      • Geneology Services >
        • Elim's Anniversary Books
    • Children, Youth & Family >
      • Confirmation
      • LOGOS
      • Kid City Sunday School
      • Vacation Bible School
      • Youth
    • Feed My Starving Children Moble Pack >
      • FMSC Videos
    • Food Shelf >
      • Backpack Program
    • Foundation
    • Gammelgarden
    • Library
    • Loss and Grief Support Group
    • Park Board
    • Preschool
    • Quilting
    • God's Work, Our Hands
    • St. Andrew's Family Shelter (aka FLAMF)
  • Giving