Matching Gifts
There are thousands of companies nationwide that will match an employee’s charitable contribution- often doubling or even tripling the amount of the original gift. We encourage all donors to contact their employer’s personnel or human resources department to inquire about matching gift policies and procedures.
In some cases, companies even match gifts made by retired employees, spouses, or members of the board of directors.
To initiate your matching gift, please complete your employer’s matching gift form and send it with your contribution to LDAA’s Treasurer by email to ldaa1638@gmail.com.
Matching Gifts FAQs
Marketable Securities
Gifts of Securities
Gifts of appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual funds held for more than one year can provide special tax advantages. You can claim a charitable tax deduction for the full fair market value of the securities donated to LDAA and never have to pay capital gains taxes on the appreciation. For gifts of publicly traded securities, the deduction is determined by taking the average of the high and low trading prices of the security on the date of the gift (or the nearest trading date(s)). Securities held for less than one year may also be donated, but the deduction is limited to the lesser of cost basis or fair market value. Contact a finance advisor to arrange a stock to LDAA.
Closely held stock, S corporation stock, limited liability company interests, and partnership interests can sometimes be used to make a charitable gift. Any proposed gift of such assets should be reviewed with LDAA and your tax advisors in advance. An S corporation, limited liability company, or partnership may also make gifts to LDAA, in which case any deduction generally will be allocated proportionally among shareholders, members, or partners.
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About Bequests
You may be looking for a way to make a significant gift to help further our mission. A bequest is a gift made through your will or trust. It is one of the most popular and flexible ways that you can support our cause.
Gifts of Insurance
A gift of your life insurance policy is an excellent way to make a gift to charity. If you have a life insurance policy that has outlasted its original purpose, consider making a gift of your insurance policy. For example, you may have purchased a policy to provide for minor children and they are now financially independent adults.
Gifts of Retirement Assets
Donating part or all of your unused retirement assets such as a gift from your IRA, 401(k), 403(b), pension or other tax-deferred plan is an excellent way to make a gift to our organization.