Planned giving is a way to support charitable organizations, like the Diocese of Austin, by making gifts using your estate. This could include a gift in your will, or by designating your retirement plan assets as a charitable gift. This type of support requires some planning but may offer tax benefits. Most take effect in the future as a final way to leave your legacy (and therefore do not affect today’s finances).

Make a Will

Consider leaving a gift to the Diocese of Austin in your will. The Diocese of Austin has partnered with FreeWill to give you a free, easy way to write your legally valid last will and testament. Check out this worksheet to help value your estate and then click here to learn more about how to create your will in about 20 minutes at no cost to you. 

Perpetual Light Society

Your commitment ensures that the Diocese of Austin can fulfill its mission for years to come. By making a planned gift to the Diocese of Austin, you join a dedicated group of supporters who value those we serve and the work we do. We recognize these thoughtful people as the Perpetual Light Society.

IRA Qualified Charitable Contribution

A Qualified Charitable Contribution (QCD) is an opportunity to satisfy all or part of your required minimum distribution. Please click here for more information and to submit a Letter of Intent.

Catholic Foundation

Catholic Foundation works with donors across Central Texas to match their hopes for the future with their passions of today. Click here to learn more about meeting the needs of our community and creating a legacy that endures.

Real Estate

Donating property to the Diocese of Austin provides tax advantages while relieving you of the day-to-day responsibilities of property ownership. We welcome all gifts of real estate, including improved or unimproved property and oil and gas mineral interests. Depending on the gift method, you may enjoy tax savings, lifetime payments and freedom from carrying costs.