Ways to Give – Advancing Our Mission

Columbus Charities relies on donations to stay on-mission and improve the lives of so many needy families in our community. We invite all members of our community – Knights, parishioners, friends, and family – to join us. Your philanthropic support helps us continue our mission that has been ongoing for over 50 years. No matter the amount, every gift makes an impact.

Donate Online with a Credit Card or ACH transfer

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Memorials

Preserve the memory of a loved one through a memorial gift. Ask family, friends, and businesses to also contribute to the fund. This amount is then dedicated on behalf of him/her and becomes a permanent memorial.

Honorariums

Honor someone special in your life by remembering them on a special occasion or in a time of need. Their name is added to the Knights of Columbus prayer list.

Cash or Check

Cash or checks in any amount are always appreciated. Check with your place of employment to see if they have a “matching gift” program, such as MicroSoft Employee Gifting Program, Fred Meyer’s Rewards Program, Amazon Smile, etc. It is very easy to sign up, check with your employer. Checks or donation match must be made out to Columbus Charities. These funds will either be made available through our Charities Fund or LAMB 1882.

You can give a gift by mail. Download the form below and send it to the following address:

Columbus Charities
6911 HOLEMAN AVE
BLAINE, WA 98230

Securities

Gifts of stocks and bonds can also be donated. Check with your tax consultant on the benefits you might derive from such a donation.

Life Insurance

Donate a policy in any amount to Columbus Charities and receive an immediate tax deduction. Check with your tax consultant.

Real Estate

When you donate real estate, or personal property, that property is sold and the proceeds go to Columbus Charities, Inc. Check with your tax consultant concerning whether the appraised value of the property may be used as a tax deduction.

Bequests

Columbus Charities, Inc. may be named as the residuary beneficiary of your estate, the recipient of a specified gift or contingent bequest, or the ultimate beneficiary of the assets of a charitable remainder trust.