Students apply for a full-tuition grant through the Office of Financial Aid. The Director of Financial Aid matches the amount of a sponsor's gift with the amount of aid needed to complete a student's full-tuition grant. She then awards the Smith's pledge to Joe Jones, and the Development Office sends Joe's name to Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Joe is also asked to write a letter about himself to Mr. and Mrs. Jones. Students receive 100 percent of your gift.
Nothing is deducted for administrative expenses.
The advantage of sending your support through Concordia Seminary is that you can be assured your gift will help a student who truly needs financial support, and that he is receiving assistance in a way which is fair and equitable for all seminarians. The IRS considers a gift to a student named by the donor as a direct gift to that individual, and thus is not considered as a gift to Concordia Seminary. Simply tell us how much support you can provide. Seminary students make a tremendous investment in the excellent theological education they receive at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, in preparation for the pastoral ministry. Your support allows Concordia Seminary to provide a greater portion of their financial support, which enables these future pastors to enthusiastically go to their parish without the burden of significant indebtedness.