Methods of Giving

Cash
Gifts of cash are the simplest ways to give. Cash gifts may be pledged over a three-year period. Pledges are officially recorded in writing or by using our pledge form.

Checks, money orders or bank drafts can be made payable to Bethel New Life.

Credit/Debit Card
Bethel New Life accepts Mastercard or Visa. Gifts by credit/debit may be made securely online or by completing the pledge form and sending it with your gift to:

Bethel New Life
4950 W. Thomas
Chicago, IL 60651

You may also call Sara Spoonheim, Senior Director, Resource Development 773/473-7870 to make your gift by phone.

Recurring Gift – Electronic Funds Transfer
A recurring gift provides support on a continuing basis. The amount you choose to donate is automatically charged to your credit/debit card, checking or savings account on a schedule of your choice so you can be assured that your generosity…

Recuring gifts can be made by completing the pledge form and sending it with your gift to:

Bethel New Life
4950 W. Thomas
Chicago, IL 60651

You may also call Sara Spoonheim, Senior Director, Resource Development 773/473-7870 to make your gift by phone.

Matching Gifts
Many companies support non-profit organizations by offering a matching gift program.  Please check with your company’s Human Resources department to determine if your company matches employee charitable gifts. It is an effective to double or perhaps triple your contribution to Bethel. Please e-mail or call us to discuss your contribution.

Life Insurance
You can donate a life insurance policy to Bethel or name Bethel as the beneficiary. Please notify us by mailing or faxing a copy of your policy. Please e-mail or call us to discuss your contribution.

Gifts of Personal Property
Non-vehicular gifts of personal property (i.e. antiques, works of art, collections, etc.) are welcomed with approval from the Philanthropy Committee or the Board. Please e-mail or call us to discuss your contribution.

Gifts of Vehicles
Bethel accepts gifts of cars, boats and planes.  All vehicles will be sold at auction (or or a similar arrangement) in accordance with Internal Revenue Service guidelines. Please e-mail or call us to discuss your contribution.

Gifts of Real Estate
Bethel welcomes gifts of real estate in accordance with Internal Revenue Service guidelines. Please e-mail or call us to discuss your contribution.

Challenge Gifts or Pledges
Challenge gifts or pledges requiring matching funds by Bethel New Life, Inc. or Bethel New Life Foundation are welcome subject to receiving approval from the Philanthropy Committee or the Board. Please e-mail or call us to discuss your contribution.

Contact the Sara Spoonheim, Senior Director, Resource Development at 773-473-7870 or e-mail us.