Legacy Giving

For more than 160 years, Trinity Cathedral has been a beacon of love in the heart of downtown San Jose. The gifts of our forebears in faith allow us to be stewards of San Jose's loveliest and oldest church building in continuous use. We are also the cathedral congregation of the Episcopal Diocese of El Camino Real and a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Locally, we serve up beautiful music and worship, and we also provide space, services, and meals to our neighbors in need. We deeply value our history and connective relationships, which allow us to be stronger and better together.

Join us in body and benevolence, mind and means. Celebrate the richness of our multicultural and multilingual fellowship, and know that your legacy gifts will keep this vital center of worship, learning, and service alive and thriving for generations to come.

"He shows mercy to everyone, from one generation to the next, who honors him as God." -Luke 1:50

Bequests

You can name Trinity Cathedral in your Will or Living Trust and specify a certain dollar amount or percentage of assets to be transferred upon your death.

Beneficiary Designations

You can designate Trinity Cathedral as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), life insurance policy, or any investment that asks for a beneficiary list. Designating a tax-exempt organization such as Trinity Cathedral can save you valuable tax dollars while making a difference for good.

Charitable Gift Annuities

Annuities have tax advantages, guarantee a flow of income to you for the remainder of your life, and revert to Trinity Cathedral upon your death.

Cash and Stocks

• Both can be itemized on your tax return.
• Appreciated stock can reap tremendous tax savings if donated to a 501(c)(3) such as Trinity Cathedral. 

Funds

• A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA enables the donation to be received tax free.
• A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) account grows tax free; withdrawals can only be made to charitable organizations.

To explore options for legacy giving to Trinity Cathedral, please contact the church office.