Spotlight on Giving

The Warmth of Summer Giving

The slower, easy rhythms of summer set the perfect stage for thoughtful giving. You can take the time to consider making gifts outside the usual, honoring someone special, or providing dedicated support to a meaningful part of our mission. Read on for tips on creating space for what truly matters and making a personal gift that reflects your values and makes a difference for others.

A One-of-a-Kind Contribution

Cash is a quick, easy way to support us at the end of the year, but in the summer, you have time to explore other assets. Consider whether a family heirloom, a collectible, or a gently used vehicle could make a powerful gift. Reach out to us before you donate. If we can put your asset to good use, your gift may qualify for a tax deduction equal to its fair market value (or your cost basis). For gifts valued at over $5,000, you will need to obtain a qualified appraisal to claim the deduction.

Honoring Someone Special

Summer often lends itself to spending joyful time with the people we cherish. It’s also a good time to think about making a meaningful gift in honor or memory of a loved one—a tribute that reflects their values and leaves a lasting legacy. To make it even more personal, you might designate your gift to support a specific area or program they cared about. Simply let us know of your intention at the time of your gift, and we’ll work with you from there.

Investing in Lasting Impact

Some people wish that summer could last forever. If you find yourself wishing that you could make an important difference forever (or at least for generations to come), consider making a gift to a Legacy Fund. Your contribution joins others’ in a pooled fund, and we use only the interest (or a specified percentage of the interest) each year to support our work. If you’d like to create enduring support that’s even more personal and legacy-building, you can even think about creating your own Legacy Fund tailored to the initiatives you care about most.