Giving

Ways to Give

At Lutheran North, the generosity of alumni, parents, grandparents, friends, corporations, and foundations strengthens the mission we live out each day. Your contributions help us remain a school of choice that nurtures students spiritually, academically, and as whole individuals.

There are many meaningful ways to give and several areas across our campus where your support can make a difference. Thank you for including Lutheran North in your philanthropic plans.

LN Annual Fund

First Impressions

NORTH NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS

CELEBRATE ALUMNI GIVING

CRUSADER ATHLETICS & CLUBS

CRUSADER THREE-PEAT MEMORIAL

LN BAND & CHOIR TOUR 2026

Invest in the Future of Lutheran North

Every gift makes a difference. Your support ensures strong academics, modern facilities, and lasting opportunities for our students today and into the future.

List of 5 frequently asked questions.

  • Cash Gifts

    All cash or check gifts are tax-deductible and may be immediate or recurring.  Gift pledges are also accepted.  

    Give through our secure online portal or mail your gift to:
    Lutheran North
    5401 Lucas and Hunt Road
    Saint Louis, Missouri 63121


    Cash gift donation form.
  • Crusader Shield Society

    The Crusader Shield Society is comprised of individuals, organizations, and corporations that provide significant financial support for Lutheran North Middle & High School, strengthening the tradition of excellence in our school.  The Shield Society honors donors for annual and lifetime support of Lutheran North. 

    Annual membership is granted to donors with qualified gifts totaling $1,000 or more during the fiscal year.

    Lifetime membership is granted to donors making qualified gifts of $25,000 or more, including Legacy Circle fulfilled.

    Shield Society Members are recognized through the following activities and benefits:
    • Invitation to the Shield Society Appreciation Social
    • Exclusive Shield Society passes to all home games and non-conference athletic events, music performances, and plays
    Recognition in the Crusader Herald

    Annual Member Levels
    Gold Circle - $5,000
    Silver Circle - $2,500
    Bronze Circle - $1,000

    Lifetime Member Levels
    Visionary - $1,000,000
    Patron - $500,000
    Benefactor - $250,000
    Fellow - $100,000
    Partner - $50,000
    Member - $25,000
  • Legacy Circle & Estate Planning

    The Legacy Circle honors and recognizes alumni and friends who have remembered Lutheran North in their estate plans.

    Legacy Circle Form
  • Matching Gifts

    Many corporations match as much as 100% of charitable contributions that their employees make to educational institutions. Some organizations will also match contributions made by their board members. We encourage you to check with your employer anytime you make a gift to determine if your impact can be expanded to make an even larger difference in a student’s live.
  • Named Scholarships

    These named scholarships celebrate the life and legacy of teachers, alumni, and friends who cared greatly about Lutheran North during their lifetime. Give today to support Lutheran North while simultaneously honoring a special person.

    Cross Family Scholarship Fund
    Holschen Family Fund
    KB Scholar Fund
    Mantei Family Scholar Fund
    Paul Crisler Schlarship Fund

List of 5 frequently asked questions.

  • Life Insurance gifts

    Donors who assign ownership of a life insurance policy to Lutheran North receive an immediate charitable deduction. If the donor continues to pay premiums, he or she receives an additional deduction. When ownership of a life insurance policy is transferred, gift credit will be given.
  • Gifts that Provide Income for Life

    Donors may arrange for a gift that will come to Lutheran North and retain income from the gift for life (or the lives of donor and spouse). This is an ideal way to provide for Lutheran North’s future without sacrificing investment income, while also receiving significant income, gift, and estate tax benefits.
  • Qualified Charitable Donations

    Donors over the age of 70½ can give up to $100,000 annually directly from their IRA to a charitable organization, such as Lutheran North, according to current IRS rules. This transfer generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction, so you still benefit even if you do not itemize your tax deductions. This is a way for donors to manage their Minimum Required Distributions (RMD’s) each year when those funds would otherwise create increased taxable income.

    Check made out to:
    Lutheran High School Association for the benefit of Lutheran North
    5401 Lucas and Hunt Road  Suite 103
    St. Louis, MO  63121
    Tax ID #: 43-0662478
  • Real Estate Gifts

    A gift of real estate, such as commercial property, a residence, a farm, timberland, or undeveloped acreage, can provide significant benefits to Lutheran North and the donor. A gift of unmortgaged real estate held for more than one year will generate an income tax deduction based on fair market property value at the gift date. The donor is not required to recognize any gain on the transfer. For gifts of real estate valued at $5,000 or more, the donor must obtain a qualified appraisal.
  • Stock Gifts

    Gifts of appreciated securities held by the donor for more than one year provide two tax benefits:
    (1) no capital gains tax is imposed on the “long-term” appreciated gift portion, and
    (2) the donor is entitled to a charitable deduction equal to the fair market value of the securities on the gift date

    Stock transfer information is located here.

List of 4 members.

  • Photo of Timothy Brackman

    Dr. Timothy Brackman 

    Head of School
  • Photo of Jarred Irby

    Mr. Jarred Irby 

    Gifts Counselor
  • Photo of Kirk Mueller

    Mr. Kirk Mueller 

    Senior Gift Planning Officer
  • Photo of Kelly Werner

    Mrs. Kelly Werner 

    Business and Development Manager

Your Impact Changes Lives

With your generous support, we can challenge students to achieve their God-given potential through a college preparatory curriculum.