Additional Giving Options

We are so grateful for the generosity of our church family. Every gift, no matter the form, helps us continue to reach people and serve our community. In addition to regular online or in-person giving, there are a few other meaningful ways you can support the mission of Bay Shore. These options can be helpful for long-term planning, tax advantages, or legacy giving.

Planned & Legacy Giving

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    Retirement Accounts (IRA, 401k, etc.)

    You can name Bay Shore Community Church as a beneficiary of your retirement account. This is a simple way to make a lasting impact. Any remaining funds transferred to the church are typically free from income and estate tax.

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    Wills & Estate Plans

    You can include Bay Shore in your will or estate plan as a beneficiary of a specific amount or percentage of your estate. This is one of the simplest and most impactful ways to leave a legacy gift.

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    Gifts of Stocks & Mutual Funds

    Donating stocks, bonds, or mutual funds is a tax-efficient way to give. In many cases, donors may avoid capital gains tax while receiving a charitable deduction for the full value of the gift. 

    To give stock, please contact your financial advisor or broker and notify our finance office (legacy@bayshorecc.org) so we can assist with transfer instructions.

Charitable Gift Annuities & Trusts

Long Term Giving Options

These options allow you to give assets while also receiving income or structuring a gift that benefits both your family and the church over time. Speak with your financial advisor or contact our finance office for more guidance.

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To Donate Stock, Broker to Broker (Typical)

1.  Contact your broker and let them know that you wish to have a DTC Transfer of Stock to Bay Shore Community Church.

2.  Instruct your broker to process specific stock(s) with a targeted transfer date to Bay Shore Community Church. The broker requires the following information:   
         DTC Transfer # 0226
         Account # H2Y255712
         Bank : Common Wealth Financial Network
         Account Name : Bay Shore Community Church, Inc
         Processor : National Financial Services (NFS)

3.  Notify our Finance Office (legacy@bayshorecc.org) that a Stock transfer is in process, after you have contacted your broker.

4.  Request your broker to formally notify our Finance Office at
(302) 238-7370 when the transfer has been completed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at our FAQ or reach out anytime.

If you’d like to explore any of these giving options, please reach out to us at legacy@bayshorecc.org. We’re happy to help connect you with next steps.

  • Yes. You can absolutely choose to allocate funds to our general operating budget or or various building projects.

  • You will be provided a year-end tax statement via mail, email or by logging into your Church Center donor portal and selecting “My Giving”.

  • Yes. Bay Shore is a nonprofit organization. Your contributions are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Generosity isn’t only what we give today—it’s also how we plan for tomorrow. Create a lasting legacy that continues to impact lives for years to come.