Supporting First Presbyterian
As those who serve a generous God, we are called to be generous with the financial gifts God has entrusted to us. No gift is too small if it is given in gratitude. We have a number of ways for you to support the mission of the church.
Online
If you are interested in giving electronically through our secure e‑giving process, please select the online giving button.
via Text
Text FPC2050 to 73256 to donate via text. Standard rates may apply.
via Mail
All mail, including contribution checks, securely arrives at our church office. Address the letter to the attention of Lisa Garcia, Finance Manager.
Memorial Gifts
Financial gifts can be given to our church in memory or in honor of someone, or to recognize a special occasion. Memorial gifts may be given to the annual fund, The Foundation, or they may be designated for a specific purpose.
For questions regarding financial gifts to the church, call Lisa Garcia, Finance Manager, at (941) 955‑8119, ext. 101, or email finance@fpcsrq.org.
First Presbyterian Foundation
Established in 1992, the Foundation of First Presbyterian Church was established to provide a more permanent vehicle to expand the ongoing ministry of our church through planned and memorial giving.
The Foundation for The First Presbyterian Church of Sarasota, Inc. operates as a Florida not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. It is managed by a Board of Directors comprised of seven active members of First Presbyterian Church, Sarasota. Four members of the board are appointed by the session, and the remaining three members are appointed by the elected board.
Name: The Foundation for the First Presbyterian Church of Sarasota, Inc.
EIN: 46-3937481
The Covenant Society
The Covenant Society was established in 1996 to recognize those individuals and families who have or plan to support the mission of First Presbyterian Church of Sarasota with a planned gift. As a member of The Covenant Society, your gift can be a living memorial in your name or the name of a loved one, providing a legacy of your faith that will ensure the work of Jesus Christ will continue long after you are gone.
Ways you can give include making a current gift of cash, stock, or real estate. You may also give at your death by naming The Foundation to receive a gift through your Will or Trust Agreement, as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement account, or as the charitable recipient through a charitable remainder trust or charitable gift annuity.
For questions regarding giving to The Foundation, call Lisa Garcia, Finance Manager, at (941) 955‑8119, ext. 101, or email finance@fpcsrq.org.