How does my gift help Saint Stephen's?

Every gift you share with Saint Stephen makes a difference. Unrestricted gifts — those given to Stewardship or Offertory — go directly toward our general operating budget, sustaining the day-to-day life of our parish: our staff, our ministries, our facilities, and the countless ways we serve our community together.



How to Give?

Contribution Letter

Mail or drop off a contribution letter to the parish office.

Envelope

Place your gift in an envelope during Mass.

ACH Electronic Funds Transfer

Set up a direct transfer from your bank account.

Pushpay Online Giving

Give securely online, anytime.

Where Your Gift Goes?

Whether you give online or through one of our traditional giving methods, your gift can be directed to one of four funds:

Stewardship Fund:

The stewardship fund plays a vital role in sustaining our parish's vibrant life, mission, and everyday ministry. Through your thoughtful, ongoing financial support, this fund empowers us to maintain our sacred spaces, provide enriching pastoral care, support essential administrative operations, and foster dynamic community outreach and faith formation programs. Every gift to the stewardship fund directly impacts our ability to serve as a welcoming spiritual home, enabling us to live out the Gospel, care for one another, and share Christ’s love across our parish community every day.

Legacy Fund:

Established in 2026, the Legacy Fund for Capital Improvements supports the ongoing repair, renovation, and long-term maintenance of St. Stephen Catholic Church’s facilities and infrastructure in alignment with our parish mission. To maintain complete transparency with our donors and parish community, a summary of the Fund—including total contributions collected, an itemized breakdown of expenditures, and the remaining balance—will be published annually, typically featured in the Parish Annual Report.

Family Life Center Fund:

The Family Life Center (FLC) Fund of St. Stephen Catholic Church was established in 2026 to support ongoing operating expenses and major capital improvements for the facility. To ensure transparency, the parish will publish an annual Fund summary—typically featured in the Annual Report—detailing total contributions collected, an itemized breakdown of expenditures, and the remaining fund balance.

Cemetery Fund:

Established in 2026, the Cemetery Fund supports capital improvements, repairs, and the ongoing care and maintenance of St. Stephen’s two parish-owned cemeteries on S. Howell Avenue in Milwaukee: St. Stephen’s Cemetery and St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery. To maintain transparency, the parish will publish an annual financial summary of the Fund—typically within the Parish Annual Report—detailing annual contributions collected, an itemized breakdown of expenditures, and the remaining fund balance.

Questions about giving? Contact the parish office at office@saintstephenmil.org.