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5 Factors That Make Giving Feel Good 

December 28, 2023

By Sarah Callahan, Lutheran Giving

As we start the new year, many of us take pause and think about what changes we want to make or what habits we want to continue. This may include an inventory of our time, talents and contributions because we want to make an impact. Sharing our generosity also provides us with an immense feeling of satisfaction.

Giving makes us feel good because it can:

  1. Make a real difference. Sometimes “thank you” doesn’t convey how much we truly care. Financial support of a cause enables you to make a powerful impact, and volunteering allows you to see your impact firsthand.
  2. Reflect our values. We all want to be part of a community that shares our values. Showing support, either through gifts of time or finances, can extend your personal connection and give you a sense of belonging. It also reinforces your own belief system.
  3. Serve as inspiration. Your generosity may inspire others to follow your lead. Engage loved ones in discussion about your passions and encourage them to join you in volunteering or raising funds.
  4. Create an everlasting impact. You have an opportunity to leave your mark on the world. Planning a future gift—such as one in your will or trust—helps ensure that generations to come will benefit. It can also help protect the causes you love beyond your lifetime.
  5. Recognize individuals. We are often inspired to give back by people who have touched our lives. Tribute gifts are a way to honor those individuals.

No-Obligation Help
Ready to see the benefits of your generosity? Contact Lutheran Giving at (402) 342-5728 or info@lutherangiving.org to discuss ways to make a meaningful impact.

Sarah Callahan is the Executive Director of Lutheran Giving. Her services are available at no charge to individuals interested in creating estate gifts that will provide funding to local congregations, other ministries of the ELCA, and to charitable causes important to them. The information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be legal, investment, or tax advice.