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A group of smiling Trappist monks pose in front of a garden fountain
Dom Paul Mark hugs Brother Isaac in congratulation at his first vows
Three Trappist Monks during construction of the Abbey of Our Lady of New Clairvaux

Donations – Annual Fund

The Our Lady of New Clairvaux Annual Fund has been created for those who wish to provide an unrestricted gift – where the need is greatest.

How will your gift be used?

*Upkeep of Monastery Buildings

*Retreat House Facility Maintenance

*Support of Elder and Infirm Monks

*Education and Formation of Monks

*Operational Expenses

We depend on external support for 33% of our annual income.

Join a Special Giving Group:

Abbot’s Table

Abbot’s Table benefactors contribute $1,000 or more in a year.  

Monk’s Choir

Monk’s Choir members support the monastery with a monthly donation.

St. Bernard Society

St. Bernard Society Members remember the monastery in their estate with a planned gift. See below for details.

Gerard
Trappist monk in cowl sitting on a bench
Isometric view

Volunteer

We welcome persons who wish to share their talents and time to support our contemplative monastic mission for God at New Clairvaux!

The mission of the Volunteer Program: to invite people to partner with the monks in collaborative effort by assisting the Abbey with specific services or tasks.

We require volunteers to be 18 years or older. Please fill out the contact form below and we will be happy to be in touch about your volunteer interest.

Volunteer Program Director:
Br. Luis Cortez, OCSO

CURRENTLY WE ARE IN NEED OF VOLUNTEER HELP IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: Docents, walnut shelling, garden weeding, restoration work on historic brick buildings.  Join us!

    Bequest to the Abbey in Your Will/Trust (Saint Bernard Society)

    To discuss supporting the Abbey with the option of a planned gift, listed below, please call or email Brother Luis, Director of Development at 530.839.9936 or development@newclairvaux.org

    • Bequest to the Abbey in Your Will/Trust
    • Gift of Charitable Remainder Trust or Lead Trust
    • Gift of Life Insurance
    • Gift of Appreciated Stocks or Mutual Funds
    • Gift of Retirement Plans IRA, 401k, 403b – Avoid income and estate taxes
    • Gift of Savings Bonds – Received tax-free by the Abbey
    • Gift of Real Estate – Avoid paying capital gains and receive a charitable deduction
    • Gift of Life Estate Reserved – Receive a current federal income tax deduction for the present value of the remainder interest in your property and preserve your lifetime use and control of your home, ranch or farm while you are still alive.
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