Stocks, IRAs, and Donor–Advised Funds

Contributions can be made through appreciated assets like IRAs, stocks, and securities. We also welcome gifts from donor-advised funds. Your support can take various forms, allowing for versatile, tax-efficient giving.

Stocks:

Contribute to The Center by donating appreciated stocks. This tax-efficient method allows you to support our work while potentially minimizing capital gains taxes on your investments. Donating appreciated securities like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds can be an easy and tax-savvy way to support.

IRAs:

If you are 70 ½ or older, you can directly transfer funds from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to a qualified charitable organization. Individuals can transfer up to $100,000 a year; couples can transfer up to $200,000 a year.

Donor-Advised Funds:

Utilize your donor-advised fund to support The Frances Clark Center. Direct your recommended grants to our organization, leveraging the flexibility and convenience of donor-advised funds to contribute to music education initiatives. A donor-advised fund (DAF), which is like a charitable savings account, allows you to combine the most favorable tax benefits with the flexibility to support your favorite causes.

To learn more about making a gift through stocks, IRAs, or donor-advised funds, please contact Heather Smith, Director of Development, at hsmith@francesclarkcenter.org.