Getting Started: Gifts of Securities The best stocks to donate are those that have increased greatly in value, particularly those producing a low yield. Even if it is stock you wish to keep in your portfolio, by giving us the stock and using cash to buy the same stock through your broker, you will have received the same income tax deduction but will have a new, higher basis in the stock.More
A Sure Way to Avoid Capital Gains Tax Why pay taxes if you don't have to? A charitable gift of stock completely avoids the long-term capital gains tax, allowing the full value of the asset to be put to use.More
When to Donate Items That You Value Most A charitable gift of appreciated property allows you to support a charitable organization and avoid paying capital gains tax on the asset. See how this unique gift idea could be of benefit to us, and how it could make a difference for you.More
Tax Benefits of Giving Appreciated Property Cash may not always be the best option for making a charitable gift to an organization like ours. Even when cash is available for a gift, consider a gift of appreciated property first. A gift of appreciated property can offer maximum benefits to the charitable recipient at a minimum cost to the donor, thanks to tax savings.More
The Rewards of Making Charitable Gifts Many people are surprised to learn that the gifts they make to charitable organizations can also bring personal financial benefits. More
Gary Ozzello's 30 year association with Colorado State University has impacted his life so profoundly he took steps to ensure he repaid the favor. Gary knew he wanted to make a substantial gift to the University but not having the immediate capability to do so prompted some creative thinking...
