Lutheran Giving

10/01/2026

Join us for Adult Forum!

This will be an intriguing conversation with Sarah Callahan from Lutheran Giving.

10/01/2026

Leon and Lorna’s legacy lives on through this gift they established decades ago with Lutheran Giving’s assistance. Let us help you develop your customized legacy plan so you, too, can leave a lasting impact on those causes and ministries important to you.

Every body belongs in the body of Christ.

Nebraska Synod congregations can now apply for the Leon & Lorna A. Krab Kraft Memorial Grant to help fund building improvements that make worship spaces more accessible for all.

Ramps, elevators, restroom updates, sanctuary modifications: these are more than projects; they are ways of saying, “You are welcome here, fully.”

Who can apply: Nebraska Synod congregations, with special attention to those west of Grand Island

How it works: Dollar-for-dollar matching grants for accessibility improvements

Application deadline: October 23, 2026

Learn more and download the application here: https://nebraskasynod.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026FallKraftGrant_EligibilityLetter-1.docx

08/31/2026

Make a Will Month is almost over, but it's not too late.

This month, we’ve debunked some common misconceptions about estate planning.

If you've been putting off creating or updating your estate plan, let this be your sign. It doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Lutheran Giving walks alongside you every step of the way, at no cost and with no obligation.

Your legacy is worth planning for. Let's talk.

www.lutherangiving.org | 402-342-5728

Lutheran Giving is a trusted partner to walk you and your family through the gift planning process such as a planned gift for your home congregation.

08/24/2026

A legacy isn't measured in dollars.

Beyond financial assets, an estate plan can capture your values, name guardians for children or dependents, direct sentimental belongings to the right people, and designate the ministries and congregations closest to your heart.

What you leave behind is about far more than what's in your bank account.

Protect your legacy today at no cost: https://frwill.link/4sZXif1

08/17/2026

We hear this one a lot, and it always comes from a place of love. 💙

The truth is, even the closest, most communicative families can find themselves overwhelmed, confused, or at odds when there's no clear plan in place. Grief is hard enough without the added burden of unanswered questions about finances, belongings, or final wishes.

A will doesn't just protect your assets, it protects your family. It removes the guesswork, prevents conflict, and lets the people you love focus on what matters most during a difficult time.

That's a gift only you can give them, and Lutheran Giving is here to help you do it. Through our partnership with FreeWill, you can protect your family and eliminate any confusion in about 20 minutes.

Make a Will Month is a great time to get it done. 👇

Get started today: https://frwill.link/4sZXif1

Learn more at www.lutherangiving.org

08/10/2026

August is National Make-A-Will Month, and NLOM is proud to partner with Lutheran Giving to provide FreeWill: a free estate planning resource.

Creating or updating a will is a proactive way to care for the people you love. With Lutheran Giving, you can access a planned giving professional to help think through your needs and wishes. Then, FreeWill makes it easy to create or update your legal will online at no cost.

Get started today: https://www.NLOM.org/give/

08/10/2026

We're continuing Make a Will Month with another common myth.

Think you're too young to need a will? Think again.

Life changes fast, and having a plan in place means you're ready for whatever comes next: marriage, kids, retirement, or loss. A good estate plan grows and changes with you.

There's no better time to start than now. Lutheran Giving is here to help.

Get started today: https://frwill.link/4sZXif1

Learn more at www.lutherangiving.org

08/03/2026

August is Make a Will Month, and we're spending the whole month addressing the common myths that keep people from taking this important step.

First up: Estate planning is complicated and expensive.

Getting started is often much easier than people expect. Creating a basic estate plan can take less time than many major life tasks people put off for years. Through our partnership with FreeWill, it takes about 20 minutes to protect those you love and give to the organizations you care about.

Get started today: https://frwill.link/4sZXif1

07/13/2026

Summer is the perfect time to slow down and think about what matters most.

One of the most loving things you can do for the people and ministries you care about? Make a plan.

An estate plan ensures that your wishes are known, your family is cared for, and the causes closest to your heart continue long after you're gone.

Not sure where to start? That's exactly what we're here for. Lutheran Giving walks alongside you every step of the way, at no cost and with no obligation.

www.lutherangiving.org | 402-342-5728

06/23/2026

On Saturday, May 30, 74 members, ministry partners, and friends gathered in Kearney to celebrate something truly special, the gift of legacy.

At our annual Willing Witness Celebration, we honored those who have chosen to include their congregation or an ELCA ministry partner in their estate plans. It was a beautiful evening filled with gratitude, inspiration, and a reminder of the lasting impact planned giving can make.

Want to be in the room next year? A legacy estate plan is one of the most meaningful ways to express your faith and ensure the ministries you love continue to thrive for generations to come. Lutheran Giving is here to help you make it happen, at no cost to you.

To make this process simple, we invite you to use FreeWill, a free and secure resource that helps you create or update your plan in about 20 minutes. Lutheran Giving is here to walk alongside you, ensuring your wishes are clearly documented and your plans reflect your values. Get started today: https://frwill.link/4sZXif1

Learn more or reach out to us at https://lutherangiving.org/ . We'd love to welcome you into the Willing Witness community.