Multiply Your Impact With Stock Donations
Donating stock can help you save on taxes while supporting our mission to end homelessness.
When you donate appreciated stock directly to a nonprofit, you avoid paying capital gains tax on the increase in value and can deduct the full fair market value of the stock. This means you save on taxes while maximizing your impact — your gift goes further for both you and the mission you care about. Stock gifts are especially powerful when you’ve held investments for more than a year and they’ve grown in value, since donating them directly is far more tax-efficient than selling first. Many donors choose to give stock at year-end as part of their tax planning, after a strong market performance, or when rebalancing their portfolios. Stock donations also allow you to make a larger impact without reducing your cash flow, making it a smart and strategic way to support the causes closest to your heart.
How it Works (Simple 3-Step Process)
- Contact your broker to transfer stock to our brokerage account.
- We receive and confirm your gift.
- You receive a charitable tax receipt for the full market value.
Top 5 FAQs About Donating Stock
1. Why should I donate stock instead of cash?
When you donate appreciated stock held for more than one year, you avoid capital gains taxes and receive a charitable deduction for the full market value. This means you can give more without increasing your out-of-pocket cost.
2. What types of stock can I donate?
Most publicly traded stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be donated. Contact us to confirm if you have another type of security in mind.
3. How do I make a stock gift?
Ask your broker to transfer shares directly to our brokerage account (we’ll provide the instructions). Once the transfer is complete, we’ll confirm and send you a tax receipt.
4. Will I receive a tax receipt?
Yes. Your receipt will reflect the number of shares and the date of transfer. The gift’s value for tax purposes is based on the average of the stock’s high and low trading prices on the transfer date.
5. Can I designate my stock gift to a specific program?
Absolutely. Just let us know when you notify us of the transfer, and we’ll ensure your donation is directed to the program or fund you care about most.