Simply Giving

An Automated Giving Program from
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the Simply Giving® program work?

Your offerings are transferred electronically from your bank or credit union checking or savings account. They are deposited directly into Holy Trinity's account. As a result, your contributions cannot be lost, stolen or forgotten.

Q: Are there any fees involved with the program?

No. There are no fees charged to individuals, churches, Lutheran institutions or participating Lutheran schools.

Q: Will a participant know when the electronic funds transfer starts?

Yes. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will send the participant a confirmation letter with the start date of the electronic funds transfer.

Q:What is the minimum amount a person may have withdrawn for a contribution?

$5.00

Q: How often can funds be withdrawn electronically from my account?

They can be withdrawn once a week, every other week or monthly.

Q: Can contributions be directed to specific funds within the church?

Yes. Contributions can be directed to specific funds in the church or to a unified budget.

Q: Can a participant make a temporary stop payment or change the amount that is being withdrawn from an account?

Yes. The participant can suspend, change or stop withdrawals by informing Thrivent Financial for Lutherans verbally or through a written document at least three business days before the transfer is scheduled to take place.