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Your generosity helps St. Gertrude be a beacon of faith and compassion—supporting our sacramental life, nurturing formation, and caring for those in our community who need help most. Thank you for investing in hope and renewal.

 “Living out stewardship calls for receiving God’s gifts gratefully, cultivating them responsibly, sharing them lovingly in justice with others, and returning them to the Lord with increase.”

— Stewardship: A Disciples Response

Make a Lasting Impact Today and Tomorrow

Your generosity today will provide vital resources needed to carry out our parish mission of teaching and preaching the Truth, reverently celebrating the liturgy and sacraments, and gathering as a community so that all may encounter Jesus here.  There are many ways to give that will provide immediate or deferred tax benefits for you and your family while supporting the work St. Gertrude Parish does and the community we serve.

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More Ways to Give

Bequests

A charitable bequest is one of the simplest forms of gifting to St. Gertrude Parish and can leave a lasting impact for generations of Catholics.
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IRA Rollover

For those who are 70 1/2 years old and older, you may opt to make a charitable contribution from your qualified IRA plan.
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Donor Advised Fund

A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is like a charitable investment account. These are created to help you support charitable organizations you care about, like St. Gertrude Parish!
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Gift of Stock

Are you interested in making a charitable gift to St. Gertrude Parish that may yield double tax benefits and additional savings? A gift of appreciated stock may be the right option for you.
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SGO

Would you like to help a student attend St. Gertrude School without it costing you any money?
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Matching Gift

Do you want to double or triple your donation?
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 “To be a Steward we must acknowledge that everything we have received is a gift from God: our life, love, health, finances, talents, family, and vocation, therefore we are called to develop and share our gifts generously, sacrificially, and proportionally in thanksgiving to God.”

— St. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC CHURCH, WICHITA

Where the Money Goes

2023-2024 Actual Expenses

2023–2024

Annual Report

St. Gertrude Parish is growing! Check out our most recent annual report for a summary of our operating budget and capital projects and a snapshot of exciting parish information, including the number of new households, students enrolled in our school, and more!

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6543 Miami Ave Cincinnati, OH 45243

Phone: (513) 561-5954 | ​Fax: (513) 561-5184

Parish Office Hours: Mon.–Fri., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Employment Opportunities

Bequests

Seventy percent of adults have not yet created a will to protect their families. Thanks to our partnership with with MyCatholicWill.com, you can write your will and secure your legacy for FREE. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity today and ask you to prayerfully consider including St. Gertrude Parish in your will.

IRA Rollover

To qualify, the distribution must be made directly from your IRA to St. Gertrude Parish. When done correctly, the amount donated will not be included in your taxable income. If the distribution is paid to you first and then donated, it will be taxed as ordinary income. In addition, if you are required to take a minimum distribution (RMD), your charitable contribution can satisfy all or part of the amount of your required minimum distribution from your IRA. For more information, please contact your financial advisor or a tax professional.

Donor Advised Fund

If you would like to make a donation to St. Gertrude through your DAF, please contact your financial advisor and provide him or her with our information: 31-0616477 | St. Gertrude Church

Gift of Stock

When you make a gift of stock to St. Gertrude Parish, you receive tangible tax savings and benefits while also supporting the mission of the parish. Contact our business manager, Don Regan, at (513) 561-5954, ext. 2102, for more information.

SGO

Ohio taxpayers who donate to a Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) are able to claim a dollar-for-dollar, non-refundable tax credit on their state income tax return for up to $750 per donor (up to $1,500 for joint filers). The Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic Education Foundation (CEF) is a certified SGO, and St. Gertrude School is a participating school. That means that if you pay Ohio income tax, you can choose whether you pay taxes to the State of Ohio or donate to our parish school. Please consider joining your fellow parishioners who have claimed the tax credit. Your gift will go directly to tuition assistance for St. Gertrude School students.

Matching Gift

Some employers offer matching gift opportunities to employees/retirees that allow them to make a bigger impact through their donations. To participate, ask if your employer has a matching gift program. If so, fill out the necessary forms, and submit your request! If you need any additional information, reach out to Hope Ramundo for assistance.