Create a Gift Annuity

Since 1831--when we helped pioneer the first Gift Annuity program in the United States--we have helped tens of thousands of people to increase their income while helping to share the gospel around the world. We want you to join our family of satisfied annuitants who are helping change lives to the far corners of the earth.

Benefits of an American Bible Society Gift Annuity -- you receive:

  • A current income-tax deduction
  • Higher payment rates than most CD’s, which means higher income for life
  • A portion of your income tax-free
  • An immediate gift to share the Word of God
  • The ability to make unlimited gifts for your retirement income needs
  • Available deferment periods to increase both future income and current income-tax deductions
  • A future gift to respond to ministry opportunities that help meet the ongoing need for Scriptures
  • Security because your gift and income is backed by over $40 million in an Annuity Legal Reserve. Advisors click here for more technical information. 

A long-time annuity partner says, "No other investment yields the kind of returns ABS gift annuities provide ... financial security for my wife and children, peace of mind for myself, and the opportunity to help non-believers discover the joy of a Christ-filled life!"

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Donor Stories


Double My CD Return

Valerie is a retired high school English teacher. She has been a careful saver and has a number of certificates of deposit, but she has seen her income decline.

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Touching Others

For someone whose poetry and gospel songs are widely published, Edna Massimilla is surprisingly modest. "I feel like I have a gift of writing, and I'm going to use it for the Lord," she says. Even at age 86, Mrs. Massimilla, pens on.

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Peace of Mind Gift Annuity

Many years ago, Clara Lehman bought a home. Since she was so pleased with the home, she decided to buy stock in the company that builds and sells homes like it. Over the years, the stock has increased in value many times, but the value has been volatile.

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Professional Advisors

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