Support Our Mission
Thank you for supporting Mercy Center!
100% of your contribution supports Mercy Center, and is tax-deductible.
Ways to Give
Gifts of Cash
You may make your cash gift online on our website by using your credit or debit card, or mail your check made payable to Mercy Center Auburn. Consider a monthly gift!
Charitable Bequests
Include a simple bequest for the Sisters of Mercy - Mercy Center Auburn in your will after taking care of your family. Consider a specific dollar amount, percentage of your final estate, or remainder of your estate after taking care of your loved ones.
Beneficiary Designations
Do you have a life insurance policy or retirement account your family doesn’t need anymore? Consider making the Sisters of Mercy - Mercy Center Auburn the beneficiary.
IRA Distributions
Are you required to take a minimum distribution from your IRA, but don’t need it or want it to affect your income? You can donate your distribution directly to the Sisters of Mercy and may save money on your taxes.
Stock Gifts
You can transfer stock to the Sisters of Mercy. Donate appreciated stock and you may avoid paying capital gains tax. Ask your broker to contact us for the stock transfer account information.
Donor-Advised Funds
Support Mercy Center Auburn with a gift from your donor-advised fund (DAF). This is one of the easiest and tax-advantageous ways for you and your family to give to the charities you love.
Meet with our Executive Director, Karla Felix-Rivera, to learn more about supporting Mercy Center Auburn at (530) 887-2048 or Kfelix-rivera@sistersofmercy.org.
FAQS REGARDING DONATIONS TO MERCY CENTER
Q: Does Mercy Center Auburn need donations?
A: Yes! Looking at current retreat center trends, you will notice that financial strain is forcing centers across the USA to close. Although our retreat center is visited by many guests and groups, our annual revenue does not cover operating costs. As we seek sustainability and longevity, we need much more donor support!
Q: Where do I send my donations?
A: Your donation can be sent to our Mercy Center Office in Auburn, California, or the Mission Advancement Office in Omaha, Nebraska. Why is this? To save money, we use the Sisters of Mercy’s Mission Advancement Office, which is located in Omaha.
Q: What percentage of my donations stay at Mercy Center?
A: 100% of all donations stay at Mercy Center! This includes online, cash and check donations that are processed at our Omaha. Erroneous information has many believing that donations sent to Omaha do not return to Mercy Center; if you have heard this, it is untrue.
Q: How can I give to Mercy Center?
A: You may make your gift online on our website by using your credit or debit card or mail your check made payable to the Sisters of Mercy (write “Mercy Center” in MEMO line) to 535 Sacramento St, Auburn, CA 95603. You may also include Mercy Center in your bequests, beneficiary designations, IRA distributions, stock gifts and donor-advised funds. We are happy to assist you if you need guidance.
Q: Do you have donation envelopes?
A: Yes! Mercy Center Donation Envelopes are found by our flyer wall, in our gift shop, and at the Center’s Office. Contact us if you wish us to send you a few envelopes to your mailing address.
If you have any questions or wish to learn more about giving to Mercy Center, please contact
Karla Felix-Rivera, Executive Director
(530) 887–2048