Giving to Lovely Lane

There are several ways you can contribute to Lovely Lane. Consider one of these options that go beyond the offering plate.

Our Lovely Lane Finance Committee has prepared some tips for being strategic in your giving to Lovely Lane. View the tips here.

Give Online

Credit / Debit Card / Electronic funds Transfer

Credit/Debit cards or Electronic Funds Transfer from your checking account can be used to make one-time, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or annual contributions to the church general budget or any of the special offerings. Click on the link to connect to a secure web page to enter the amount of your gift and the credit card or banking information. You can also contact the church financial secretary and they can set up the contribution for you.

Text to Give

Text the amount you’d like to donate to (319) 220-3050 and follow the prompts for a one-time set up. In the future, you’ll simply be able to text the gift amount to our giving number and hit send!

“Bill Payer” Contributions

Banks and savings institutions provide a service whereby they will send a monthly check to the church and deduct the amount from your account. Several do this at no cost to the donor.

Gifts of Stock and Securities

Gifts of stock can provide tax savings. Contact your securities advisor and work with the financial secretary at Lovely Lane UMC to ensure the transaction protects your tax advantage.

Qualified Distributions

Contributions can be made through qualified distributions from Qualified Retirement Plans such as 401k, 403B, or IRA. Please contact your financial planner for this type of contribution.

Corporate Matching Gift Program

Some employers have a Corporate Matching Gift Program where employee contributions to charitable funds are matched by the employer. Please contact your employer for information about these programs.

Endowments and Estate Gifts

There are a variety of ways you can contribute to Lovely Lane Endowment funds. Contact the chair of the Endowment Committee, Cindy Sale, for information on endowment and estate gifts.