Holy Name Catholic Community
Office of Alumni and Development

The Holy Name Alumni/Development Office serves the mission and vision of Holy Name by developing leadership and resources to meet the priorities of the parish and school. We also serve as a link and resource for Holy Name alumni to maintain contact with the school and parish.

This site features information about the mission of our office, ways to make a gift to Holy Name, alumni news and events and a calendar of events.

Mission Statement

The mission of Holy Name Catholic Parish is to teach and live the gospel values of Jesus. We embrace the community in which we are centered. We dedicate ourselves to the development  and growth of our community… the members of our parish, school and neighborhood.

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Leadership Groups

Holy Name has been enriched over the years by the involvement of countless women and men who believe deeply in God and their Catholic faith.  All have been instrumental in building a Holy Name that is committed to serving the people of northeast Omaha. (top)

Perpetual Help Society

The Holy Name Perpetual Help Society is a special way to recognize living individuals who have made provision in their estate plans for Holy Name. Membership offers a unique opportunity for families and individuals who wish their giving  to transcend their own lifetimes. (top)

Ways to Give

Holy Name is appreciative of the many faithful who support its parish, school, ministries and mission. We invite you to consider a gift to support the important work at Holy Name.

Colleen Peterson would be pleased to discuss how you can assist Holy Name with a current or planned gift. All gifts to Holy Name are tax deductible as defined by current laws and a donor’s own financial circumstances. (top)

Cash Gifts:

This one of the most familiar ways to give. Simply write a check to support Holy Name. 
Make Checks payable to:
 Holy Name
2901 Fontenelle Blvd.
Omaha, NE. 68104
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 Appreciated Property

Gifts of appreciated property, such as real estate, common stock, mutual funds, bonds, IRAs, or retirement plans offer significant advantages to the donor. (top)

Ways to Give Gifts of Life Insurance

Naming Holy Name as owner and sole beneficiary may prove to be beneficial. (top)

Ways to Give Charitable Gift Annuities

In exchange for your gift of cash, securities, or other property, we will provide you and/or a named beneficiary an annual fixed annuity payment for life. Gift annuities offer immediate tax advantages, including partial avoidance of capital gains tax on the appreciation of donated property. (top)

Ways to Give Charitable Remainder Trusts

You may establish a significant gift in the form of a charitable remainder trust that can provide a substantial income to you during your lifetime and, if you choose, during the life of a named beneficiary. Upon the death of the final beneficiary, the trust is terminated and the remaining principal is given to Holy Name. (top)

Ways to Give Charitable Bequests

A bequest is a provision in the donor’s will leaving a specific amount, percentage, or remainder or assets to Holy Name.

It is a simple matter to include a bequest to Holy Name in your will or in a codicil to our will. To expedite your good intentions, here is a recommended clause for making an outright unrestricted bequest to Holy Name:

 Holy Name Catholic Church, a Nebraska entity, is to receive the sum of (indicate a specific amount or percentage). This bequest is unrestricted, and Holy Name Catholic Church of Omaha may use and expend the same for the benefit of Holy Name Catholic Church of Omaha in any manner it deems appropriate.

This is an example. Always consult your attorney for specific legal advice. Should you wish to make a bequest that is restricted to a specific purpose, please contact us for examples of appropriate wording.

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Ways to Give Life Estate Gifts

Donating your personal residence, vacation home, farm or business and reserving the right of residency and use for an agreed upon term, usually the balance of your lifetime, may prove to be an advantageous financial strategy. (top)

Ways to Give Gifts of Stock

If you contribute long-term appreciated securities to Holy Name, you receive a two-fold income tax benefit: a charitable deduction for the full present fair market value and no tax on the value of the appreciation. The limit on deductibility in any tax year is 30% of your adjusted gross income; any excess is deductible over the next five years.

Example: Elizabeth contributes long-term stocks. The stocks are now worth $15,000, but they cost her $10,000. She is entitled to a charitable deduction of $15,000. She will pay on the $5,000 appreciation.

If you wish to contribute securities on which you have a loss, consider selling them instead and donating the proceeds to Holy Name.  You will then realize a tax deduction for the loss in addition to the charitable deduction. (top)