Dear Church Community,

As the year comes to a close, your steadfast support continues to make a meaningful difference. A year-end gift is a wonderful way to further that impact while also taking advantage of potential tax benefits.

Year-End Giving Tips:

1. By Mail: Date your check and postmark your envelope by Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

2. In Person: Ensure your donation reaches our office by December 23, 2025. This is a firm deadline for all credit card processing requests for 2025. Service collections on 12/24, 12/25 and 12/29 will ensure your check and cash donations are included in your 2025 Giving Statements.

3. By ACH: Complete your contribution to our bank account by December 27, 2025.

4. Donating Stock: Gift stocks by December 22, 2025. Please notify Chris Kuhn of pending stock transactions. (314-991-7847) chris.kuhn@wellsfargoadvisors AND Terry Arthur, CSMSG Accountant at tarthur@csmsg.org

Why Act Now?

Tax Benefits: Secure a 2025 tax deduction.

Impact: Amplify your contribution to our community and Church initiatives.

Efficiency: Anticipate holiday delays by completing transactions by December 27, 2025.

For queries, contact Alexis Posnanski, Director of Stewardship & Giving, at 314-518-1478.

Let’s make 2025 memorable together! Your generosity shapes our shared journey.