Spotlight on Giving
Spotlight on Giving
The Warmth of Summer Giving The slower, easy rhythms of summer set the perfect stage for thoughtful giving. You can take the time to consider making gifts outside the usual, honoring someone special, or providing dedicated support to a meaningful part of our mission. Read on for tips on creating space for what truly matters…
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Your Meaningful Gift, Your Tax Savings
Qualify for a charitable income tax deduction If you itemize your taxes, you can make use of a charitable income tax deduction. The following gifts are among the most common types that provide a deduction: If you have been making use of the high standard deduction instead of itemizing, you may want to consider “bunching”…
Read MoreOutside the Dollar: Non-Cash Gifts
According to IRS data, non-cash giving accounts for about half of total charitable donations. While publicly traded stock is the easiest and most common non-cash gift, you might also consider real estate, artwork or collectibles, cars or other vehicles, or an ownership stake in a private business. Tax and other benefits A donation of non-cash…
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