Ways to give

FRIENDS of the San Juans is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Support for our work can come in the form of cash, stock, real estate, and real property. You can also support FRIENDS through a bequest gift in your will or through your retirement plan. Some donors can double or triple the impact of their gift through workplace giving. With any donation, including those related to your will or trust or other form of bequest, you may wish to consult your attorney or tax advisor. We will be happy to respond to any questions that you or your advisors may have. Please call us at (360) 378-2319.See below for more details.

Gifts of Stock

If you own securities that have increased in value since they were purchased, you may be able to avoid capital gains tax this year by contributing the securities instead of cash. You'll receive a charitable income tax deduction for the full market value of the asset, and avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation of the securities. Or, if you want to dump some losers, you'll still receive the charitable deduction, along with the capital loss.

Workplace Giving

If your employer offers an Employee Matching Gift program, you can make your hard-earned dollars go twice as far with a matching gift to FRIENDS. Most employers will match your contribution, and some will do more, even if you are now retired. With any donation, including those related to your will or trust or other form of bequest, you may wish to consult your attorney or tax advisor.

Real Estate

By donating appreciated property to FRIENDS, you can avoid capital gains tax -- and receive a charitable contribution deduction equal to the property's fair market value. Note that the IRS requires an independent, qualified appraisal of the property for the deduction to be acceptable.

Boats and Vehicles

Please contact FRIENDS if you are interested in donating your automobile, boat, or RV. We will be happy to discuss issues of possible tax deductibility.

Donors should consult their tax advisor for details of deductibility of non-cash gifts, or specifics of how tax deduction rules apply to their individual circumstances.