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I'm so grateful for a wonderful day last Sunday, at Grace Lutheran Church.
I led a workshop on giving generously, legacy giving, and how generosity can look a number of different ways.
We had a great time, there were lots of thought-provoking discussion and questions afterwards.
And speaking of generosity- the congregation at Grace Lutheran also helped us assemble 80 housewarming kits for The Lighthouse NW Ministries!
Seeing so many people come together for their neighbors starting fresh in a new home, was a great reminder of how much good a community can do.
Thank you to everyone at Grace Lutheran Church for the warm welcome and the hard work.
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How to donate to charity in your willIncluding a donation in your will or estate plan can help you make a lasting difference for the causes you care about. From designating a nonprofit as a beneficiary to making a bequest or establishing a trust, there are a variety of flexible ways to give—and potential tax benefits too.
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How qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) work: Rules, pros & consA qualified charitable distribution (QCD) can be a smart way to turn a required withdrawal into a meaningful gift.
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Charitable bunching: A smart way to maximize your giving & tax deductionsCharitable giving is one of the most powerful ways to live your values, support your community and create a lasting legacy.
To make the most of your generosity, consider a strategy called charitable bunching. By grouping multiple years of donations into a single tax year, you may be able to increase your deductions—while still supporting the causes you love every year.
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Donor-advised funds: Helping you help othersBeing able to support the causes you care about can be one of the most meaningful parts of your financial journey. A donor-advised fund (DAF) may help you extend that impact even further.
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Top 7 charitable giving strategies: Maximizing tax benefits and impactThere are ways you can help maximize tax benefits when giving. Learn more about different charitable giving strategies and their tax advantages.
Thrivent Market & Economic updateThrivent’s investment leaders agree—the first half of 2025 was a little like a rollercoaster. Hear their thoughts for how shifting tariffs, policies and geopolitics may influence future volatility, inflation, interest rates and more.
June 2025 Market Update: Confidence reboundsThe mixed economic data of May highlighted our economy is still slowing. Read Thrivent Asset Management's thoughts on how our outlook has changed in the June market update.
May 2025 Market Update: Volatility goes up and downMixed economic data in April presents a lot of uncertainty in the economic markets. Read Thrivent Asset Management's analysis on what this means for investors in the May Market Update.
How to invest during a market downturnChoosing what to invest in during a market downturn depends on a few factors, such as your financial goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. This resource provides investment opportunities for your consideration, so you can make thoughtful decisions about how you want to invest.
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Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatilityUncertainty around economic and trade policies is weighing on confidence for both individuals and businesses. Read more from Thrivent's Chief Investment Strategist on current volatility and other market conditions.
March 2024 Market Update: AI points stocks to new highsTake a look at Thrivent’s March 2024 Market Update to learn why we think February’s economic data supports a soft landing in the markets and an eventual easing of monetary policy.
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November 2023 Market Update: Rising rates take their tollThe end of the prolonged increase in U.S. policy rates may be in sight, but the economic consequences are only beginning to show and 2024 could bring more challenges. Read the November 2023 Market Update to learn more.
4th Quarter 2023 Market Outlook: Entering the turnThe stress of higher interest rates is beginning to take its toll on the economy. Under these conditions, bonds have become increasingly attractive. Read Thrivent's 4th Quarter 2023 Outlook for more.
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June 2023 Market Update: Debt crisis averted while tech stocks surgeTechnology stocks have been on a roll in an otherwise sluggish market, but resolution of the debt crisis helped stabilize the markets. For a review of key market and economic developments, read the June 2023 Market Update.
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1st Quarter 2023 Market Review: Tech shines, Financials falter, as Fed hikes rattle banksDespite nagging inflation and the Fed’s monetary tightening efforts, stocks performed well in the first quarter both in the U.S. and globally – led by a tech rally. Bring yourself up to date on all the key economic and market developments in the 1st Quarter 2023 Market Review.