Leave a Lasting Legacy

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By using a donor-advised fund, you can receive immediate tax benefits upon funding the account while retaining the flexibility to support multiple charities over time. For Search for Common Ground, your grants provide consistent and potentially significant support for our ongoing and future programs. This option also allows you to fund the DAF with various assets, including cash, stocks, and other appreciated assets, making it a versatile giving vehicle.

Making an IRA charitable rollover helps you satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD) without increasing your taxable income. For Search for Common Ground, these transfers provide immediate financial support for our peacebuilding efforts. This option is particularly advantageous because the transfers must be made directly from the IRA to the charity to qualify, ensuring a seamless process that benefits both you and our organization.

By designating Search for Common Ground as a beneficiary, you can potentially reduce the tax burden on your heirs while supporting our mission. This option simplifies your estate planning and allows you to make a substantial gift to further our work. For Search for Common Ground, receiving retirement plan assets can significantly enhance our capacity to implement peacebuilding programs. Additionally, beneficiary designations can be changed at any time without the need for a will update, providing flexibility and convenience.

When you donate appreciated assets, you can avoid capital gains taxes and receive a charitable deduction for the fair market value of the securities. For Search for Common Ground, the full value of your gift can be leveraged to support our programs, maximizing the impact of your contribution. This method of giving is particularly beneficial for donors with appreciated investments, as it allows you to support our mission while optimizing your tax situation. Ensuring the transfer is direct to avoid potential tax liabilities is a key consideration for this type of gift.

By designating Search for Common Ground as a beneficiary or transferring ownership of a paid-up policy, you can potentially receive tax deductions while making a larger impact than you might with current assets. For Search for Common Ground, your life insurance gift secures future funding for our initiatives, allowing us to plan and expand our peacebuilding efforts with confidence. This option is an excellent way to leverage an asset you may no longer need for personal security, transforming it into a powerful tool for positive change. Consult with your insurance provider to understand the process and benefits of making this designation.