Simply Giving®

Make your giving automatic, secure, and consistent.

The Simply Giving® program is an easy way to support Good Shepherd Lutheran Church through scheduled electronic donations. Whether you’re contributing monthly, bi-weekly, or just once, your support helps sustain our worship, ministries, and mission—without the need to write checks or carry cash.

Why choose Simply Giving®?

✔️ Convenient

Set it up once and know your giving is handled.

🔒 Secure

Funds are transferred safely via electronic debit.

🔁 Flexible

Adjust your donation amount or schedule at any time.

📅 Consistent

Helps the church plan and manage resources reliably.

To enroll in Simply Giving®, just complete the short form below. You’ll start by providing your contact and banking details to ensure your donations are transferred securely. Then, you’ll choose the amount you wish to give and select a schedule that works best for you—monthly, bi-weekly, or as a one-time gift.

You can make donations from either a checking or savings account. If you select a checking account, please attach a scanned copy of a voided check with your form so we can accurately verify your routing and account numbers.

How it works

Complete the secure online form below to begin Simply Giving®. If you prefer a paper form, you can download the PDF version here and return it to the church office at your latest convenience. Need assistance? Contact the church office by email office@gslacrosse.org or call us (608) 788-0450.
We’re more than happy to help.

Ready to Get Started?

Simply Giving® Form

Thank you for supporting the life and mission of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.

Ways You Are Making Impact

Your Giving Questions, Answered

  • You can give online through our secure Vanco Simply Giving platform, mail a check, drop an offering in the Sunday envelope, or donate stock or mutual funds. We also accept gifts over the phone.

  • Vanco Simply Giving® is a safe, easy way to set up one-time or recurring donations electronically from your bank account or credit/debit card. You can sign up online or pick up a form at church or filling out the online form on this web page.

  • Yes! Download the free Vanco Mobile Faith Engagement app to give anytime, anywhere with just a few taps.

  • Many members donate stock or mutual funds to fulfill pledges or give additional gifts. Contact your financial advisor to transfer shares electronically, and please notify our office manager, Rick Laufenberg, so we can track your gift.

  • Using numbered envelopes allows you to connect your generosity with your participation in worship. If you’d like a set, contact the church office. You can mail envelopes if you are unable to attend services.

  • Yes. In the pew racks, you’ll find general offering envelopes as well as special envelopes for causes like World Hunger or other outreach projects.

  • Absolutely! Both options are available through our online giving system and by mail.

  • Yes. We partner with Vanco Services, which provides a highly secure platform to protect your information and ensure your gift supports the church’s mission.

  • Your generosity supports the ministry of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, including worship, outreach, community programs, staff, and building maintenance. We also give a percentage to the wider Evangelical Lutheran Church in America to help fund on going support for humanitarian causes globally.

  • Currently Good Shepherd does not offer a text-to-give option. However, you can contribute securely through our online giving platform powered by Vanco Services. This system allows you to make one-time or recurring donations using your bank account, debit card, or credit card.

  • Please reach out to our Church Office Manager, Rick Laufenberg, at (608) 788-0450 or via email, rick@gslacrosse.org. He is happy to assist with any questions.