support the monks

Support the monks of St. Benedict’s Abbey by joining in our mission with a charitable gift. We rely on your help to live out our calling through work and prayer. In all that we do, we seek to evangelize the world, serve the Church, and improve our local community. Your generosity fuels our daily life and sustains our work, whether through immediate annual gifts, ongoing capital campaign pledges, or strategic planned giving options. Each contribution—whether one-time, recurring, or legacy—helps us build a stable future for our monastic community and strengthens our capacity to serve others. Explore below to discover how you can make an impact today.

If you have any questions, please contact donate@kansasmonks.org


annual fund support

Contributions to support our annual fund goals are the foundation of St. Benedict’s Abbey. Each year, your gifts help us meet our day-to-day needs, covering essential operating costs and enabling our monastic life of prayer and service. Below, you can learn more about

paterfamilias account

The Paterfamilias Account funds the general, immediate needs of the Abbey. Named after the parable in which the ‘master of the house’ (in Latin, the ‘paterfamilias’) provides for his workers, this account supports the day-to-day expenses of the monks’ mission, from prayer and worship to essential operations


talentum account

The Talentum Account allows benefactors to direct gifts toward specific annual needs within the Abbey, from health and retirement costs, to monastic and priestly formation, to outreach and acts of service. Inspired by the Parable of the Five Talents, this account reflects our commitment to stewardship and the growth of our community’s work and resources.

Our ‘Journey of Stability: Forward Together’ capital campaign was launched in 2024 with a goal of $10.7 million to support three transformative projects: replacing the Abbey’s slate roof, modernizing our HVAC system, and building a stronger healthcare and retirement endowment. Thanks to the generosity of our benefactors and contributions from the monks’ own reserves, we’ve exceeded $12 million in funds pledged or received. These projects ensure the Abbey’s facilities can support our mission well into the future, while providing security and comfort for the monks who live here. There are still ways in which you can support our efforts! Visit our campaign page to learn more.

ways to give

Strategic Giving: Maximize Your Impact

We welcome a range of impactful giving options that align with your financial plans. Contribute appreciated stock for tax-efficient giving, recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund, or direct an IRA charitable distribution to maximize your gift. Each of these giving strategies helps us achieve our mission while offering tax advantages for you.

Monthly Giving: Partners in Stability

Join our Partners in Stability program by committing to a monthly gift. Consistent support allows the Abbey to plan for and meet ongoing needs, while strengthening the foundation of our monastic life. As a Partner in Stability, you’re directly supporting our mission and ensuring the continuity of our work and prayer.

Legacy Giving: Ultima Legacy Society

By including St. Benedict’s Abbey in your estate plans, you’ll become a member of our Ultima Legacy Society, leaving a lasting impact that reflects your values. Legacy gifts ensure the monks’ work and prayer can flourish for generations to come. Speak with us about planning a legacy that reflects your lasting commitment to faith and service.

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Thank you for considering a gift to St. Benedict’s Abbey. However you choose to support us, know that your generosity makes a profound difference. For guidance on any of these options, or to discuss a personalized giving plan, please contact our Advancement Office at donate@kansasmonks.org.