WHAT IS AN ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER?

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) is an alternative to using offertory envelopes or placing cash and checks in the collection basket. With EFT, your contributions will be transferred from your checking or statement savings account to the parish.

• EFT is a financial tool that is widely accepted:
  45% of Americans pay one or more of their bills using this payment method.
  51% of employees use direct deposit for their paychecks.
  80% of Social Security beneficiaries use EFT to receive their benefits.
  97% of people who use EFT are satisfied with it.

EFT has many advantages for both you as a donor and the parish.

ADVANTAGES FOR DONORS:

It’s easy: No checks to write or envelopes to carry.

You can’t forget: You won’t have to worry about leaving your donation at home.

When you’re on vacation your donations continue when you are gone. No need to write extra checks before you leave or when you return.

It’s accurate and secure:
All your information is held in strict confidence
It’s safer than writing a check or using cash, as it cannot be lost.
No changes can be made to EFT without your authorization.

It’s what giving should be:
It’s non-disruptive; you won’t be distracted by writing a check or finding cash in your wallet during Mass.
It’s your commitment to support your parish; your donation will be deliberate, timely and regular.
You choose the amount and whether you want a weekly or monthly donation.

What’s the next step?
If you are interested, you can fill out the attached form (view instructions here) and mail or bring it to the parish center. Your form will be held in a secure and locked location. You may change or stop your EFT at any time by sending in a written request.

When it comes time for the collection, you may choose to use your envelopes and check off the box for “EFT”.

For further information you may contact:

Lisa White
Administrative Assistant to the Pastor
(203) 758-4056
e-mail: stanthonyadmin@comcast.net