We do not provide assistance that undermines stewardship efforts of churches or creates a church dependency on AAL funding. Assistance decisions are not influenced by theological distinctions between Lutheran church bodies. We use our financial resources as effectively as possible in keeping with our fraternal responsibilities. We are sensitive to the prerogatives of local congregations and their church bodies and the implications of our actions upon them. You may be as active in your local branch as you like.
Participation is entirely voluntary.
However, AAL branches provide an enjoyable, rewarding opportunity for members to join together to meet individual and community needs. And many are. Many of our local branches look at individual and community needs, then decide who is most deserving and how they can best help. Recipients may be of any faith. The trust company offers personal trusts, investment management and custodial services to the general public.