| Cash |
This is the easiest way to contribute and may qualify for maximum allowable income tax deductions.
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| Stocks and Bonds |
If securities are highly appreciated, they may be given so the donor can deduct the full fair market value as a charitable contribution and thus avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation.
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| Real Estate |
May also be given at appraised value so the donor can receive a full charitable deduction and avoid capital gains taxes.
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| Life Insurance |
Can be used to create a major gift at relatively low cost to the donor. If the Manatee Community Foundation is named owner or beneficiary of a new or existing policy, the donor receives a tax deduction. Additional premiums paid through the Foundation are tax deductible, and proceeds pass to charity, free of estate tax. A special publication is available through the Foundation on all the advantages of contributing Life Insurance.
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| Closely-held Business Interest |
Can be gifted to the Manatee Community Foundation creating a donor advised fund. This can often help minimize the tax implications of the sale or closure of a business.
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