Ways to Give
There are many different ways to give to the Lafayette Catholic School System that will directly impact our schools and our students.
How to Give
Making an online gift to the Lafayette Catholic School System is the fastest and easiest way to make an impact on our students, programs, and mission. We accept credit or debit cards, Venmo, or PayPal as a form of payment.
Give by Phone
The fastest way to give is to make your gift online. To make a gift with a credit card over the phone, contact the Advancement Office at 765-474-7500 and we’ll be more than happy to assist you. Please have your credit card number, expiration date, and daytime telephone number ready.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. Our team is available Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm Eastern Time.
Make a Gift via Mail
The fastest way to give is to make your gift online.
You can also mail a check payable to the Lafayette Catholic School System. Please include a note telling us how to direct your gift and send to:
Lafayette Catholic School System
Advancement Office
2410 S 9th Street
Lafayette, IN 47909
If you need any assistance, please contact our office at 765-474-7500.
Give via Wire Transfer
Contact the Advancement team for specific instructions for philanthropic giving via wire or ACH transfers. Call 765-474-7500 or email at giving@lcss.org.
Gift of Stock
Prior to making a contribution of stock, please contact Matt Buche at 765-474-7500 to indicate where you’d like your donation applied.
You will need to provide your brokerage firm the following information:
- Account Title: Lafayette Catholic School System
- Contact Name at LCSS: Matt Buche
- Telephone Number of LCSS: (765) 474-7500
- Mailing Address of LCSS: 2410 S. 9th Street, Lafayette, IN 47909
- Name of Receiving Institution (e.g. brokerage firm): Morgan Stanley
- DTC #: 0015
LCSS Morgan Stanley Gift Account #: 803-106867
Primary Contact at Morgan Stanley: Rhonda Kyle (765) 420-8411, rhonda.kyle@morganstanley.com
Planned Giving
Planned gifts have the unparalleled potential to increase the school system’s ability to be a force for good in the world, while often affording exceptional financial and tax benefits to our planned gift benefactors.
Tax-Credit Scholarship (SGO)
Make a gift that directly benefit the student aid scholarships awarded to our students who are most in need. Our Scholarship Granting Organization allows our donors to make a gift that is eligible for a 50% state tax credit.
Foundation Giving
Our Lafayette Area Catholic Schools Foundation team is the gateway between LCSS’ advancement fundraising and private philanthropic organizations that build thriving, mutually beneficial partnerships.
Monthly Giving
Monthly gifts of any size make an ongoing impact on LCSS’ mission while providing you convenient scheduling options.
Honorary and Memorial Gifts
An honorary or memorial gift is a thoughtful way to recognize a special occasion or commemorate a loved one. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or a tribute to someone who has passed away, your donation can make a lasting impact.
Faculty & Staff Giving
Our faculty and staff offer a top-notch academic experience to students through their commitment to Catholic education, including through financial gifts and payroll deduction.
Corporate Giving
Our Corporate Partnership team builds mutually beneficial relationships with our corporate partners. Collaborating with Central Catholic’s faculty, staff, and students, puts businesses in a better position to build their future.
Matching Gifts
You can maximize your charitable contribution to Lafayette Catholic School System through matching gifts, a special benefit many companies offer their employees.
IRA Charitable Rollover
If you are 70 1/2 years of age or older, an IRA Charitable Rollover Gift will allow you to make a gift to LCSS and reduce your tax liability.