Secure Foundation II:
Church Benefits Board’s In-plan Annuity
For those interested in annuities, Church Benefits Board (CBB) offers an in-plan annuity option entitled Secure Foundation II. Here are some highlights and advantages:
- It retains the clergy housing allowance benefit, allowing retired ministers to exclude a portion of annuity payments from taxable income.
- It provides guaranteed lifetime income, helping ensure you don’t outlive your retirement savings.
- It offers upside potential & downside protection.
- Portability within the CBB plan.
- Extremely low annual fee. There are no commissions charged, unlike other annuity providers.

