Create a Legacy

Learn more about planned giving through the Tulsa Community Foundation

When you include Augustine Christian Academy in your estate plans, you ensure that ACA can continue to train students through classical education to think critically, reason clearly, and share the truth persuasively from a Biblical worldview.

Planned giving isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s a way for anyone to leave a lasting legacy while supporting loved ones and causes close to their heart.

Ways to Create Your Legacy

Each planned gift can be customized to meet your personal, financial, and family goals.  Below are simple, proven ways to make a lasting impact:

1. Bequest (Will or Trust Gift)

Name Augustine Christian Academy in your will or living trust for a specific amount, percentage, or remainder of your estate.  This is one of the most popular and flexible options.  See the sample bequest language below:

I give to AUGUSTINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, located in TULSA, OKLAHOMA, the sum of $_______ to be used for its general operating support (or you may designate a specific area).

Percentage of Estate Language:

I give _____% of my estate to AUGUSTINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, located inTULSA, OKLAHOMA, to be used for its general operating support (or you may designate a specific area).

Residual Bequest Language:

After all your estate expenses and specific bequests have been distributed, the remaining or residual funds are given to our organization.

I give and devise to AUGUSTINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, located in TULSA, OKLAHOMA, all (or a stated percentage) of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, to be used for its general operating support (or you may designate a specific area).

2. Beneficiary Designations

Name Augustine Christian Academy as a beneficiary of your:

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

Easy to update — no lawyer required

3. Qualified Charitable Distribution

If you are 70½ or older, you can make a direct gift from your IRA — up to $108,000 per year, per plan owner — without paying income tax.

Satisfies all or part of your required minimum distribution (RMD)

4. Charitable Gift Annuity

Make a gift that provides you (and/or a loved one) with fixed lifetime payments and a charitable deduction now.  A portion of the income is tax-favored.

Reliable income for life and support for the mission you love

5. Gifts of Appreciated Assets

Donate property, stocks, or mutual funds to reduce capital gains taxes and make a lasting impact.

Turn assets into opportunities for those we serve.

6. Life Insurance Gift

Name Augustine Christian Academy as the owner or beneficiary of a life insurance policy.

Transform modest premiums into a major future gift