What can I give?
There are many options to choose from when giving through the Community Foundation of the New River Valley. Start achieving impact where it matters to you with a gift today; or leave a lasting legacy of caring for your community with a planned gift.
IF YOU WANT TO MAKE AN IMMEDIATE IMPACT
IF YOU WANT TO PLAN TODAY TO GIVE TOMORROW
HOW DO I DECIDE?
You have a number of options when it comes to your charitable giving. Our staff will work closely with you and your professional advisors to identify a gift that meets your needs.
YOUR GOALS | YOUR ACTIONS | YOUR BENEFITS |
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Make a quick and easy gift | Contribute a gift in cash or by check | An income tax deduction and immediate benefit for the community |
Make a gift with other existing sources | Example: Donate a life insurance policy you no longer need | Current and possible future income tax deductions |
Defer a gift until after your lifetime | Bequeath cash, property, or a portion of your estate | An estate tax deduction |
Make a gift while minimizing the impact on taxes and capital gains | Contribute long-term appreciated stock or other securities | A charitable deduction that may reduce capital gains tax |
Minimize the twofold taxation on IRA or other employee benefit plans | Designate a fund at the foundation as one of your beneficiaries | May reduce tax liability on assets left to heirs |
Secure a fixed payment stream and make a gift to benefit charity | Create a charitable gift annuity | Tax benefits and fixed payments for life |
Receive income today while creating a permanent philanthropic legacy for the future | Create a charitable remainder trust that pays income to you during your lifetime for a designated time period | At maturity, assets benefit the fund you establish to meet the community needs important to you |