Twinkling lights, warm gatherings, and a generosity of spirit. During this busy season of celebration and reflection, it’s common to pause, show appreciation for important work, and look for meaningful ways to make a difference. If you are a classic last-minute holiday shopper, have no fear! Here are three easy, powerful ways to make an immediate impact on our work.
- Cash. Sometimes the simplest gifts work best. Cash is fast, familiar, and easy. If you itemize, your donation also qualifies for the highest deduction limits.
- Appreciated stock. Particularly if you’re rebalancing your portfolio, a gift of long-term appreciated stock is an easy, powerful way to secure double tax benefits. Your gift qualifies for an immediate income tax deduction for the full value of the stock, and no capital gains tax is due on the appreciation!
Tips to Avoid Last‑Minute Stress
- Choose electronic delivery (wires, ACH, and broker transfers) for faster delivery. Mail is no longer consistently postmarked on the day it is dropped in the mail, so send checks early or take the envelope to the post office to request proof of timing.
- Contact us for stock transfer instructions—we will provide our exact legal name and account details to prevent delays.
- Keep an eye out for your receipt showing the gift date—you’ll need that documentation if you plan to take an itemized deduction.
Make a Meaningful, Timely Gift
This season, a quick gift does more than just check a box. Whether you give cash or appreciated stock, or choose any other way to give, your generosity will brighten the holidays and sustain our work into the new year.
