Pledging:
Many people feel that they can participate at a sacrificial gift level if they make payments over a period of time. Those who pledge will receive reminders according to their designated payment schedule.

Electronic Giving:
We accept all major credit/debit cards, payments can be made through the secure On-Line Giving website at: https://www.myowngiving.com/Default.aspx?cid=822 Authorization forms are on all pledge cards and in-pew envelopes. If you would like assistance setting e-giving up through your parish website, please contact Tracy Kelly at tak@dosp.org or you can reach her at the Pastoral Center at 727-344-1611 ext. 5385.

Checks:
Please make all checks payable to the Annual Pastoral Appeal and be sure that your parish name and donor ID# is on the check. For Direct Debit please send voided check with your intentions and pledge information.

Matching Gifts:
Many companies have Matching Gift Programs for charity or educational purposes. Contact your company’s Human Resource office to see if they offer this program. There are necessary applications and procedures to follow; please send the approved information to the Campaign Processing Office. This will maximize your gift to the Annual Pastoral Appeal. If you have any questions, please contact Marie Bornstadt at mcb@dosp.org.

Gifts of Appreciated Stocks or Securities:
Federal tax law allows a charitable deduction for the full market value of the securities on the date of your gift. For more information or assistance, please contact the Office of the Tribunal; Wills, Trust/Stocks/Securities at 727-341-6858 or Tribunal@dosp.org.