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Giving to Moravian Theological Seminary or Lancaster Theological Seminary is simple, safe, and secure using our online portal.
By Check
Due to stricter bank requirements, checks MUST be made out to Moravian University. Please include your specific designation in the memo area.
Checks to MTS may be sent to:
Development & Alumni Engagement
Moravian University
1200 Main Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Checks to LTS may be sent to:
Development & Alumni Engagement
Lancaster Theological Seminary
555 W James Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
By Phone
Call 1-800-429-9437 to give a gift with your credit card over the phone. We accept MasterCard, Visa, AmEx, and Discover.
From Your Donor Advised Fund
Give a gift from your donor advised fund (DAF). Click the button below and enter the name of the institution where your DAF is held.
Automatic Deduction
Spread your generosity throughout the year through automatic deduction. Visit moravian.edu/giveagift-mts or moravian.edu/giveagift-lts and select “Make this a recurring donation,” then choose the amount, frequency, and timing of your gift that fits your budget.
Once set up, you can manage your giving through your RaiseDonors portal.
Payroll Deduction
Faculty and staff can give to Moravian Theological Seminary or Lancaster Theological Seminary through payroll deduction. Your bi-weekly contributions (26, between July 1 and June 30) are credited to the fund or program of your choice. Complete the Payroll Deduction Authorization Form to enroll.
Gifts of Stock
Shares of publicly traded companies and mutual funds may be transferred electronically to Moravian Theological Seminary or Lancaster Theological Seminary through Cornerstone Advisors Asset Management. If you have owned a stock for more than 12 months and it has appreciated in value, gift your stock to MTS or LTS to avoid the capital gains tax and claim an income tax deduction.
Gifts In-Kind or Gifts of Property/Real Estate
Moravian Theological Seminary and Lancaster Theological Seminary welcome in-kind gifts or gifts of real estate or other property; however, these gifts must fit within the stated mission of the seminary.
Qualified Charitable Distribution
Giving a qualified charitable distribution, or QCD, is a special opportunity for our supporters 70½ or older. You can give any amount (up to a maximum of $100,000) per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity, such as Moravian Theological Seminary or Lancaster Theological Seminary, and avoid having to pay income taxes on those dollars.
Other Legacy Gifts
Thoughtful planning to create your legacy can provide special benefits for you, your loved ones, and Moravian Theological Seminary or Lancaster Theological Seminary now and/or later.
Other Ways to Give
Matching Gifts
Matching gifts are a great way to increase your support without additional out-of-pocket expense to you. Double, or even triple, the value of your gift by checking if your employer with match your donation! Below, enter the name of your employer, your spouse's employer, or (if you are retired) your former employer to learn more about their matching gift program.
Volunteer with Us
When you give your time and talent, you support our seminary students in invaluable ways that change their lives and future. Learn about our many volunteer opportunities. Your commitment to our mission—in any capacity—has an immediate and lasting impact on our students.
Contact
If you have questions about giving a gift to Moravian Theological Seminary, contact Lisa Brand, Assistant Vice President of Development Operations, at brandl@moravian.edu or 610-861-1338.
If you have questions about giving a gift to Lancaster Theological Seminary, contact Matthew Hanna, Assistant Director, Data Management & Reporting, at hannam02@moravian.edu or 717-290-8729.