“But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand. (1 Chronicles 29:14, NIV)

Why Give?

Wesleyans and friends of Wesley may desire to make planned donations to Wesley Methodist Church in the form of Legacy Giving. This is often motivated by a deep gratitude for all God has blessed us with in our lives, and in support of the ministry and mission of Wesley Methodist Church.

As Christians and faithful stewards of all God has given us, we have the privilege of leaving a lasting impact for future generations. Through Legacy Giving, we can sow seeds of faith, hope, and love that will bear fruit long after we have departed, and gives us the opportunity to sow into eternal outcomes through building God’s kingdom here on earth.

Legacy Gifts have the potential to bless future generations far beyond our lifetimes, and no gift is too big or too small for God’s church. We are happy to receive any gift that God has placed in the heart of the giver, for:

“Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.” (2 Corinthians 9:7-8, ESV)

We hope that this document provides simple and clear guidelines for those seeking an opportunity to bless Wesley Methodist Church through Legacy Giving.

Hear stories of the impact of the ministry through our church:

• Wesley Tidings (wesleymc.org)

How to Give?

Purpose of the Gift

We encourage donations to be made to the General Fund to ensure that the gift has the greatest potential for use by the church. Gifts received in this manner provides the church with the flexibility to serve the greatest number of needs and beneficiaries as deemed suitable by the church. All gifts given without a specified purpose will be received into the General Fund.

Gifts which have a specified purpose will be subject to the Wesley Methodist Church Policy on Designated Funds (link) and the church may or may not be able to accept such gifts, depending on factors such as the practicality of disbursing such funds.

What to Give?

Legacy Giving may be in the form of bequests, gifts, endowments and other donations, and may include cash, property, shares, bonds, other marketable securities, CPF monies, life insurance, and other registerable assets.

Any items not in the form specified above may be difficult for the church to accept and/or may require court applications such as to clarify legal positions on the matter, or even to obtain permission to liquidate said gifts.

Who do we give to?

Please specify in any wills or other relevant documents that the intended recipient is:

“The Secretary of the Trustees of The Methodist Church in Singapore, a body corporate incorporated by & under the Methodist Episcopal Location Board Ordinance, Chapter 368, Singapore Statutes on behalf of and for the benefit and use of Wesley Methodist Church, currently located at 5 Fort Canning Road, Singapore 179493.”

A shortened form is acceptable if space is a consideration:

“The Secretary of the Trustees of the Methodist Church in Singapore (UEN T08CC4020E) on behalf of and for the benefit of Wesley Methodist Church”. 

Note:

• The Secretary of the Trustees (SoT) of The Methodist Church in Singapore serves as trustee for Methodist entities such as Wesley Methodist Church, and is able to accept donations of real property, shares, bonds and other registerable assets on our behalf.

• The SoT and should not be named as the executor or trustee under an individual’s will. If so named, the SoT will be unable to accept such appointment and this may result in unnecessary expenses being incurred by the deceased person’s estate in securing the appointment of another executor or trustee.

Who can help me Give?

If you intend to make plans for Legacy Giving, you may contact Wesley Methodist Church at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for any clarifications you might need, and to ensure that the gifts given will be suitable for the church’s use. This includes if God has placed it upon your heart to give to specified purposes. We will be happy to speak to you about it.

For help in writing a will you may prefer to these guides (this is not an official endorsement of the services provided by the respective organisations by Wesley Methodist Church): 

• Write a will - My Legacy (life.gov.sg)

• Wills and Estate Planning - Pro Bono - LibGuides at National University of Singapore (nus.edu.sg)

What Happens When You Give?

Upon notification of the gift, the Pastor-in-Charge, Chairperson of the Finance Committee, Directory of Administry, and the Finance Manager will assess the gift and recommend for acceptance. Such decisions are to be made within 2 months of the Church receiving notification of the intended donation.

Any gifts which have a specified purpose will be subject to the Wesley Methodist Church Policy on Designated Funds and be assessed for suitability for use before acceptance. The church may choose to reject the gift if the intended purpose is not in line with the Church’s values and/or objectives, or for any other reason.

The acceptance or otherwise of the gift are to be acknowledged by the PIC and/or DA by registered letter to the executor of the will.

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We celebrate God’s faithful blessings to us through our Legacy Givers, whose gift will last beyond our lifetimes and plant the seeds which will bear lasting fruit. May their generosity inspire, encourage, and strengthen our Wesley family for generations to come!

To God be the Glory!