Ways To Give

Contributions to ALSM are tax deductible. They may be made for general agency support where the need is greatest or designated for a specific program or facility in accordance with the contributor's wishes.

Gifts of Cash
ALSM receives financial support mainly in the form of cash gifts. Tax considerations make this a convenient and easy method of giving.

You can donate using our secure form here.


Or use JustGive.org

If you are a member of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, click here for a GivingPlus Gift Form to request matching funds for your gifts. The Organization ID for Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries is 504734441.

Gifts of Securities
Gifts to ALSM of appreciated securities are encouraged and provide tax benefits to the donor.

Planned Gifts
A variety of deferred gift options such as bequests, living trusts, life income gifts, life insurance, etc., as well as opportunities to make cash gifts over a period of years, are available.

Memorial and Honor Gifts
A contribution in memory of a family member, friend, or colleague is a special tribute. Honoring living individuals with gifts in their name is another means of ensuring that those in need will be served.

Endowment Gifts
Gifts to endowments are made to ALSM with the restriction that the principal may not be expended. Instead, it is invested to provide a steady income for the continued benefit of ALSM and its many programs. The minimum amount for a named endowment is $10,000.

For more information on ways to make a gift to ALSM, please call the Development Office, at 814.696.4560 or 800.400.2285 or send an email to Development@alsm.org.


Lutheran Disaster Response
In a time when so many are suffering from disaster related ailments, Lutheran Disaster Response continues to assist through volunteers, monetary donations, and donations of supplies. To donate to Disaster Response or read more about their efforts click the logo above.