Amy VanDonsel - Thrivent

05/25/2026

To all who served and sacrificed for our freedom, thank you.

05/24/2026

“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” - Romans 12:12

05/23/2026

Your income supports your family—what happens if it stops? Disability income insurance can provide a safety net during difficult times.

Together, we can discuss how adding coverage can fit into your current financial plan.

When you rely on your income to support your family, it's difficult to envision life without it. But the unexpected can happen, and planning for a time without a paycheck can help you prepare for whatever life has in store.

05/22/2026

Why consider waiting to claim Social Security?​

Waiting is essentially like buying more inflation-protected lifetime income, says Dr. Michael Finke, Professor and Frank M. Engle Chair of Retirement Security, The American College of Financial Services.​

In a conversation with Bjorn Larson, Thrivent’s Director of Financial Education, Dr. Finke shared how delaying your Social Security claim could meaningfully boost your long-term financial security.​

Watch more of their conversation here: https://bit.ly/4dhtRQk

05/21/2026

Sometimes the direction you're going matters more than how quickly you get there.​​

As author and financial expert Sahil Bloom pointed out in an interview with Bjorn Larson, Thrivent's Director of Financial Education, knowing what your real priorities are in life makes all the difference in your financial plan.​ When clear priorities guide your financial decisions, you can pursue your goals more efficiently.​

Watch the full interview with Sahil to unlock helpful ways to set your goals and use money as a tool for purpose and happiness: https://bit.ly/3RPjcE5

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05/19/2026

Directing Choice Dollars®️ is such an easy way to help a nonprofit you care about. Choice Dollars give clients with membership a say in where Thrivent distributes millions in grant funding each year, so we can support the things that matter most. And I'm happy to report that the Thrivent Choice®️ program just got an upgrade, so it’s simpler than ever and available to all members.

Give it a try and let me know which org you supported!

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05/17/2026

Wondering if disability income insurance is something you need? This resource contains commonly asked questions so you can decide what is right for you. ⬇️

Many people think they don't need disability insurance beyond the basic coverage offered by their employer. But it's a safeguard that can protect your family's finances when you need it most.

05/16/2026

Did you know that, as clients with membership, we have the power to influence where Thrivent sends millions in grant funding each year? All you have to do is log in and decide where you want this year’s Choice Dollars®️ to go—be it a church, local charity or major nonprofit. Plus, Thrivent just made the experience easier and Choice Dollars are now available to every single member! I highly recommend taking advantage of this easy way to give back.

Be sure to direct 2026 Choice Dollars and spread the word about this unique member benefit.

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05/10/2026

Sending love and gratitude to all the moms and mother figures who made us who we are today. Happy Mother’s Day!

05/02/2026

Certificates of deposit and multi-year guarantee annuities can both help offer predictability to your portfolio, particularly in an uncertain market. Here’s how to know which might make sense for you.

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Multi-year guaranteed annuities (MYGAs) and certificates of deposit (CDs) are two solutions that help protect your money while providing the opportunity to build returns at the same time. Neither a MYGA or CD is tied to market performance, but both can offer competitive yields.