For more than 75 years, the Catholic Information Center (CIC) has been a beacon of faith, education, and spiritual renewal in the heart of Grand Rapids. Our mission is to help people discover Christ, deepen their faith, and become leaders in the Church and their communities. By including the CIC in your legacy giving, you ensure that this mission continues for generations to come.

Your planned gift will:

• Sustain Vibrant Ministries – Support faith formation programs, leadership training, and outreach initiatives that inspire and equip Catholics for missionary discipleship.
• Expand Access to Formation – Provide opportunities for young adults, Spanish-speaking Catholics, and lifelong learners to engage in meaningful faith development.
• Ensure a Thriving Future – Help the CIC remain a dynamic and welcoming resource for all who seek to grow in faith, whether through in-person classes, online programming, or community engagement.

Your planned gift will:

• Sustain Vibrant Ministries – Support faith formation programs, leadership training, and outreach initiatives that inspire and equip Catholics for missionary discipleship.
• Expand Access to Formation – Provide opportunities for young adults, Spanish-speaking Catholics, and lifelong learners to engage in meaningful faith development.
• Ensure a Thriving Future – Help the CIC remain a dynamic and welcoming resource for all who seek to grow in faith, whether through in-person classes, online programming, or community engagement.

There are several ways to leave a lasting impact through your planned giving:

Bequests

Include the CIC in your will or trust by designating a specific amount, percentage, or residual portion of your estate. Sample language for your attorney:

“I give, devise, and bequeath [$____ or ____% of my estate] to the Catholic Information Center, a nonprofit organization located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to be used for its general purposes (or specify a particular ministry or program).”

Beneficiary Designations

Name the CIC as a beneficiary of your:

• Retirement plan (IRA, 401(k), 403(b))
• Life insurance policy
• Donor-advised fund (DAF)

This is a simple way to give without modifying your will. Contact your plan administrator for a beneficiary designation form.

Gifts of Stock or Real Estate

Donate appreciated assets, such as stocks, bonds, or property, to maximize your giving while minimizing capital gains taxes.

Endowed Gifts

Create or contribute to an endowment to provide ongoing support for CIC’s programs, ensuring your faith and values continue to shape lives for years to come.

We would be honored to discuss how your legacy can support the Catholic Information Center’s mission. If you have already included the CIC in your estate plans, please let us know so we can thank you and recognize your generosity.

For more information, please contact:

Mark Mann
Director of Programming and Institutes
Catholic Information Center
616-459-7267 x1801
mmann@catholicinformationcenter.org

By planning your legacy today, you help ensure that future generations will continue to encounter Christ and grow in their faith. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to the mission of the Catholic Information Center.