Giving

“But just as you excel in everything –- in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us – see that you also excel in this grace of giving” 2 Corinthians 8:7 (NIV)

Giving Options

We want to make it as easy for you as possible to tithe and contribute to Riverbend Church.  Please consider the following convenient options available.

•   Weekend Services: Simply place cash or checks in offering basket during any of the weekend services. Be sure to include name and address on check or envelope in order to receive credit for tax purposes.

 •   By Mail:  Mail your donation to Riverbend Church, Attn: Finance Dept, 4214 N Capital of Texas Hwy., Austin, Texas 78746.  Be sure to include name and address on check or envelope so that donation credit may be provided for tax purposes.

•   Online Giving:  Online giving allows for a specific dollar amount to be applied to your debit or credit card.  You can set this up as a one-time or recurring gift. Online giving is not only easy, but safe and secure. Simply click on the button below.

Non-Cash Gifts

Stocks and Mutual Funds: You will receive a tax deduction for the fair market value of your securities at the time of donation, and you will pay no capital gains tax on the difference between your cost and the fair market value.  Fill out the appropriate form, send a copy to your broker to authorize the transfer, and a copy to Riverbend letting us know how you want the funds applied:

Gift of Stock

Gift of Stock Certificate

Gift of Mutual Funds

Other

Other giving options can include life insurance, retirement assets, bequests, non-cash donations, charitable gift fund donations, etc.  For additional information or to help you figure out what may be right for you, contact Theo Smith at tsmith@riverbend.com or call (512) 327-3540 ext. 200.

Giving Statements

All donations made to Riverbend Church are held in the strictest confidence. Statements of Contributions are mailed in January (for the prior calendar year). Interim statements are mailed quarterly of activity to date in order to provide periodic updates. If you have moved recently, please complete a change of address form by clicking here.