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The Trinity Roselle Foundation was established to support the financial stability of Trinity Lutheran Church and School, Roselle, Illinois, giving all of us the opportunity to help grow the missions and ministries established by the church as we reach out to the faithful stewards of God’s gifts.

Since its inception in 2009, Trinity Roselle Foundation (TRF) has provided over $1,189,384 to support the Lord’s mission in Roselle and beyond.

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Our Mission

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Trinity Roselle Foundation is a supporting organization [501(c)(3) charitable foundation] dedicated to support Trinity Lutheran Church and School mission to Gather, Grow, and Send everyday missionaries out into our community. We seek to expand the Lord's work among His people, both in Roselle and beyond.

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Our Vision

Trinity Roselle Foundation is a vibrant and growing source of funds that fully supports the special ministry opportunities of Trinity Lutheran Church and School. The Foundation’s goal is to raise endowment funds of at least $5M by the year 2028 and $10M by the year 2033 through Trinity member and non-member contributions and estate distributions that will generate minimum investment income of $500,000 for annual ministry use.

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5 Things You Should Know

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During 2024, the Foundation provided more than $146,000 to support Trinity Lutheran School (grants, technology, scholarships),

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The Foundation provides free assistance with your estate planning

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Since its inception 2009, Trinity Roselle Foundation (TRF) has provided over $1,189,384 to support the Lord’s mission in Roselle and beyond.

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Many opportunities exist for you to join us in this effort.

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You are blessed to be a blessing!

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Gift Types

Cash

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Insurance

Stock

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Real Estate

Bequest

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Gift Allocation Paths

  • 20% → School Endowment (to lower tuition)

    40% → School Endowment (scholarships, other aid)

    20% → Church Endowment (for future ministry)

    20% → General Fund (for Board-designated projects)

    1. School Endowment Funds

      • Tuition Reduction → School Endowment (to lower tuition)

      • School Endowment → School Endowment (scholarships, other aid)

    2. Church Endowment → Church Endowment (for future ministry)

    3. General Foundation Fund → General Fund (for Board-designated projects)

    4. Other Donor Designation (requires Board approval) → Donor Described Restricted Use

    5. New Endowment (minimum donation $25,000) → Donor Named New Endowment Fund