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Enhancing service, support and stewardship: Updates to charitable gift annuity administration
Thrivent Charitable is outsourcing certain charitable gift annuity (CGA) administration and investment support functions to a specialized partner, BNY Wealth. By outsourcing this administration, we gain additional expertise and administrative assistance to strengthen our stewardship of your assets and enable our staff to focus on serving you and supporting your charitable goals.

What's not changing

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Your agreement
The terms of existing CGA contracts will not change, and beneficiary rights and distribution provisions remain governed by those existing agreements.

Your payments
The amount of your CGA payment is not changing as a result of this administrative transition, as it is determined by the terms of your agreement. However, beginning December 2026, payments will be processed through BNY Wealth on behalf of Thrivent Charitable.

Thrivent Charitable's role and relationship
Thrivent Charitable will continue to oversee the program, maintain fiduciary responsibility, remain the issuing charity for CGA contracts and is still your relationship partner answering questions and providing excellent customer service to you.
icon of hand holding a coin with a dollar sign in the middle

Your agreement
The terms of existing CGA contracts will not change, and beneficiary rights and distribution provisions remain governed by those existing agreements.

Your payments
The amount of your CGA payment is not changing as a result of this administrative transition, as it is determined by the terms of your agreement. However, beginning December 2026, payments will be processed through BNY Wealth on behalf of Thrivent Charitable.

Thrivent Charitable's role and relationship
Thrivent Charitable will continue to oversee the program, maintain fiduciary responsibility, remain the issuing charity for CGA contracts and is still your relationship partner answering questions and providing excellent customer service to you.

What's changing


Administration
BNY Wealth will assume responsibility for many of the administrative tasks associated with Thrivent Charitable's CGA program, including investment support, payment and gift processing, tax reporting, recordkeeping and operational activities.

Statements, tax forms and checks
Statements will no longer be mailed or available on the Fund Dashboard, but account balances and details will still be available through the Fund Dashboard.

Tax forms and beneficiary checks will be mailed from BNY Wealth instead of Thrivent Charitable, but should not appear any different. Electronic payment options will continue to be available for beneficiaries who prefer direct deposit.

Asset custody
Assets will transition to BNY Wealth custody November 2026.

Administration
BNY Wealth will assume responsibility for many of the administrative tasks associated with Thrivent Charitable's CGA program, including investment support, payment and gift processing, tax reporting, recordkeeping and operational activities.

Statements, tax forms and checks
Statements will no longer be mailed or available on the Fund Dashboard, but account balances and details will still be available through the Fund Dashboard.

Tax forms and beneficiary checks will be mailed from BNY Wealth instead of Thrivent Charitable, but should not appear any different. Electronic payment options will continue to be available for beneficiaries who prefer direct deposit.

Asset custody
Assets will transition to BNY Wealth custody November 2026.

FAQs

Thrivent Charitable will remain your primary point of contact during and after the transition. Please connect with us at 800-365-4172 or thriventcharitable@thrivent.com for any questions or concerns related to this transition.

Donors and beneficiaries are invited to attend a webinar to learn more on Oct. 22, 2026. Please register here. Additional updates will be shared through email and mailed communications.

Why is this change being made?

Thrivent Charitable is outsourcing certain charitable gift annuity (CGA) administration and investment support functions. By outsourcing this administration, we gain specialized expertise and scalable support to strengthen our stewardship of donor assets and enable our internal team to put greater focus on the donor experience and advisor support.

When is this change taking place?

Administration of charitable gift annuity (CGA) assets will transfer to BNY Wealth November 2026.

CGA payments scheduled for December 2026 and beyond will be processed and issued by BNY Wealth.

What can I expect during the transition period? Will there be any temporary disruptions?

Thrivent Charitable and BNY Wealth are working together to ensure a seamless transition. We do not anticipate any interruption in service during the transition, and distributions are expected to continue according to the terms of your agreement.

Will my fees change?

Donor fees are expected to remain similar to current levels following the transition. We do not anticipate significant changes to the fees you pay today.

Can I still use the Fund Dashboard for charitable gift annuity information?

Yes. You can still use the Fund Dashboard for information, but the information may be found in different locations. Directions will be provided to help you navigate to the correct places.

Where will my check come from?

Beginning December 2026, charitable gift annuity (CGA) payments will be processed through BNY Wealth on behalf of Thrivent Charitable. Payment checks may reflect BNY Wealth as the processing institution; however, your CGA relationship remains with Thrivent Charitable.

Electronic payment options will continue to be available for donors and beneficiaries who prefer direct deposit.

Will my distributions continue without interruption? Will the timing of distributions change?

Thrivent Charitable and BNY Wealth are working together to ensure a seamless transition. Distributions are expected to continue according to the terms of your agreement. BNY Wealth has indicated payments will be scheduled on the same dates donors and beneficiaries currently receive their payments.

Do I need to re-establish my payment distribution?

For most donors and beneficiaries, existing payment instructions will transfer as part of the transition. If additional information or documentation is required, Thrivent Charitable will contact you directly.

How will my statement change?

For charitable gift annuities, annual statements will no longer be mailed or available on the Fund Dashboard. You can still view your account balances and details through the Fund Dashboard.

How will my tax forms change?

Tax forms will be mailed from BNY Wealth instead of Thrivent Charitable.

When will tax forms be available? Will they be available online?

Charitable gift annuity 1099Rs will be mailed by Jan. 31 each year. Beneficiaries can expect to receive forms in the mail the first week of March. These forms will not be available online.

Will my investment strategy change?

For charitable gift annuities (CGAs), the overall moderate investment strategy is not expected to change. CGA assets will continue to be invested in a moderate allocation approach, but the portfolio will move from the Thrivent Moderate Allocation Fund (65/35) pooled structure at Thrivent Charitable to BNY Wealth’s Moderate Growth Fund (70/30). The assets support a pooled reserve and annuity payment obligation, so a single moderate allocation fund for all CGAs reinforces an appropriate balance of income, growth, and risk management.

How are investment performance and risk monitored?

Thrivent Charitable remains trustee and primary relationship manager and maintains fiduciary responsibility for overseeing assets. As part of our responsibility, Thrivent Charitable regularly reviews investment performance, risk, and portfolio strategy.

BNY Wealth serves as the investment manager and provides ongoing investment oversight, including asset allocation monitoring, rebalancing, benchmark comparisons, and performance reporting. BNY Wealth reviews model portfolios on a quarterly basis to confirm allocations remain within approved ranges and to evaluate performance relative to benchmarks.

Thrivent Charitable and BNY Wealth will participate in periodic Investment Committee reviews to discuss portfolio performance, risk, rebalancing activity, and any recommended changes. This approach ensures investment management remains aligned with the trust’s objectives.

Can investment allocations be customized or changed after setup?

No. All charitable gift annuity assets will be invested in BNY Wealth’s Moderate Growth Fund and cannot be changed after setup.

Does the donor or financial advisor get to choose their investments?

No. Donors and financial advisors do not directly select investments, and this is not changing as part of the transition.

What information is being shared and how are you securing my data during this process?

Thrivent Charitable will share only the information necessary to establish and service your account, meet regulatory requirements, and ensure uninterrupted support. This may include account records, beneficiary information, charitable gift annuities, tax documentation, and other records needed for administration, reporting, and payment processing.

Protecting your information is a top priority. Information is transferred using secure, controlled processes and technology platforms designed to safeguard sensitive data. Access is limited to authorized personnel who require the information to perform their responsibilities. Thrivent Charitable and BNY Wealth follow established privacy, security, and compliance standards to help protect your information throughout the transition and beyond.
About BNY Wealth
Following a comprehensive review and formal vendor selection process, BNY Wealth was chosen for its specialized expertise, investment capabilities, and ability to support evolving regulatory and operational requirements while helping us continue to serve donors, beneficiaries, and financial advisors effectively.

BNY Wealth will serve as the investment manager and provide ongoing investment oversight, including asset allocation monitoring, rebalancing, benchmark comparisons, and performance reporting.