How to Give

Traditional gifts via personal check are accepted (made payable to a specific program, i.e. "Bishop's Ministries Appeal", or "FACE"). Make sure your parish name is written on the check. Include the response/pledge card or donation form.

We also accept payments made by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express) or through direct debit from a checking account. If you would like to make a gift via direct debit, please include a voided check with your completed response/ pledge card. Please include your parish name on the check and mail to:  

Diocese of Oakland
Office for Mission Advancement
2121 Harrison St., Suite 100
Oakland, CA 94612

Securities and mutual funds that have appreciated in value and have been held for more than one year are highly regarded assets for making a gift to the Diocese of Oakland. Contributing securities or mutual funds not only supports our mission but also provides significant benefits to the donor. By donating appreciated securities or mutual funds, individual donors can potentially reduce or eliminate federal capital gains taxes on the transfer. Additionally, donors may qualify for a federal income tax charitable deduction based on the fair market value of the securities at the time of the donation. As always, please consult your personal advisors before acting on this information.
 
Donations can be facilitated by completing the provided form and submitting it to both your investment broker and the Diocese of Oakland’s Controller, John Pluth ([email protected]). For any questions, please contact Terri Porter, Director of Advancement.