October 2024 Newsletter
Charitable Giving Strategies
Consider some of the advantages of using a simple, convenient, versatile means of giving- the donor advised fund (DAF), the fastest growing vehicle for charitable giving in recent years. Click here to learn more about the benefits of opening a Donor Advised Fund, as well as additional gift planning ideas at CatholicPlannedGiving.com
St. Joseph, Shawnee
Estate Planning Workshop
St. Joseph Catholic Church in Shawnee welcomed renowned estate planning attorney, Casey Conneally, for an evening workshop on Wills & Trusts: Creating Your Legacy. The event took place on October 2 from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM and approximately 35 people were in attendance. At this presentation, Casey talked about ways to avoid probate, how to get the most out of your estate plan, and how to leave a legacy with your favorite charities. To host an event like this at your parish, please reach out to the Catholic Foundation at cfnek@archkck.org or 913-647-3062.
Catholic Advisors Network
Kansas City
The Catholic Foundation of Northeast Kansas held its Fall Kansas City Catholic Advisors Network event on October 23, 2024, at the Church of the Nativity parish hall, featuring guest speaker Justin Whitney from Lathrop GPM LLP. We were thrilled to welcome a diverse crowd of around 30 professionals, including attorneys, wealth advisors, financial planners, tax professionals, and insurance advisors, all seeking to deepen their expertise and serve their clients with faith-centered guidance. Advisors in attendance also had the opportunity to earn valuable continuing education credits.
Are you interested in becoming part of our Catholic Advisors Network? Sign up here to join a supportive community of like-minded professionals.
Sacred Heart, Emporia
Tax Reducing Strategies
On October 17, Sacred Heart Parish in Emporia hosted Bill Eckert of Renaissance Financial for a luncheon on Tax Reducing Strategies for Pre- and Post- Retirees. Around 20 attendees participated in the conversation and learned about ways to avoid taxes on their income and maximize their philanthropic impact. The Catholic Foundation is appreciative of the Sacred Heart Altar Society for providing a wonderful lunch.
Join us for our next Catholic Advisors Network event on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Parish in Topeka, KS. Register here to reserve your spot and connect with fellow Catholic advisors!
As the end of 2024 approaches, we ask that you keep the parishes, schools, and ministries within the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas in mind while making your year-end gifts. A gift through Catholic Foundation of Northeast Kansas helps to promote the spiritual mission of the Catholic Church, while collaborating with parishes and institutions to develop additional resources and support. To make your year-end gift today, click here.
Event: Estate Planning 101
Date: November 4th, 2024 | 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: St. Matthew Catholic Church, Topeka, KS
Speaker: Vince Cox, Attorney at Law
Registration: Click Here, Free
Event: Catholic Advisors Network- Topeka
Date: November 7th, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Most Pure Heart of Mary Parish, Topeka, KS
Speaker: Steve Menke, CFP
Registration: Click Here, Free
Event: Wills and Trusts Workshop
Date: November 13th, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: St. Teresa of Avila, Westphalia, KS
Speaker: Thomas F. Robrahn, Attorney at Law
Registration: Click Here, Free
Event: St. Cecilia Mass
Date: November 15th, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: St. Lawrence Catholic Campus Center, Lawrence, KS
Registration: Click Here, Free
Event: Workshop: Building a Lasting Legacy
Date: November 19th, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: St. Joseph Parish, Nortonville, KS
Speaker: Mitch Nolan
Registration: Click Here, Free
Event: Tax Reducing Strategies for Pre-and Post-Retirees
Date: November 20th, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Annunciation Catholic Church, Baldwin City, KS
Speaker: Bill Eckert, AEP, CAP
Registration: Click Here, Free