Choose How to Support Building a 100-Foot Cement Cross in Garabandal.

Your gift helps Building for Mary invite more people to return to God. Find the way to give that works for you.

Give direct by Zelle, with no transfer fees.

Send your gift directly through Zelle and help support the mission without transfer fees. Your generosity helps bring people together in faith and make the Garabandal Cross a reality.

Give by Credit Card. (no Paypal account needed.)

Make a one-time gift today and help more people find hope, community, and renewal through pilgrimage.

Give by Check.

Prefer to give by mail? Write your check to Building for Mary, Inc. and mail to 909 S. IL Route 83 ~ Suite 201 ~ Elmhurst, IL 60126. Your thoughtful gift helps open the way for more people to experience pilgrimage and grow in faith.

Give by Stock. Avoid Capital Gains

A gift of appreciated stock supports the building mission while avoiding capital gains tax on the increase in value. This is all you need for the donation/transfer process. Simply consult your tax professional with this information:

Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) number #0226.  

F/B/O:  NFS         ACCOUNT NUMBER: F30-009182 – Building for Mary Inc.

Donate a Car or House.

A vehicle or property you no longer need can help open the door to a life changing experience. Contact Building for Mary, Inc. to discuss the mission and learn about the next steps.

Add your or a loved ones' Name to the Capsule!

Leave a lasting message of faith by having your name placed in the capsule at the foot of the Cross. Your generous gift helps bring this sacred landmark to life in Garabandal. Minimum $500 donation for name inside the Capsule.

Frequently Asked Questions About Giving

Find answers about making a gift, giving regularly, keeping records, and supporting building a Cross in Garabandal.

How can I make a donation?

Choose one of the donation options listed above on this page. If you have questions before giving or would like help choosing a method, please contact us.

Can I make a recurring gift, and will I receive receipts?

If a recurring-gift option is available through your chosen donation method, you can use it to give on an ongoing basis. Keep the confirmations or receipts you receive for your records, and contact us if you need help locating documentation for a gift.

How are contributions used?

Contributions directly support the mission of  Building for Mary, building the 100 foot high, mega ton Cross.  Additional efforts include to make pilgrimages and opportunities for spiritual renewal accessible to more people. If you have questions about how your gift may be used, please reach out before donating.

Will I get areceipt?

Yes!  No matter your choice of donation, you will receive a tax-deductible receipt. 

Help Make the Cross Possible

Contributions support Building for Mary, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Illinois. Every gift helps us continue inviting people to deepen their faith and return to God.