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Learn How to Give

Each one of us has the potential to impact a person, a cause, a community. Be the one to make a difference.

Whether you want to make a one-time donation or establish a permanent charitable legacy, virtually any asset can be used to turn your passion into action — making a positive impact on those most in need.

Cash

A check or credit card is the easiest way to contribute to a fund and may qualify for maximum allowable income tax deductions.


Stocks & Bonds

Gifts of securities that are highly appreciated may be gifted to enable the donor to deduct the full fair market value as a charitable contribution, thus avoiding capital gains tax on the appreciation.


Real Estate

Mortgage-free property may also be gifted at its fair marked value determined by a qualified appraisal enabling the donor to receive a charitable deduction and avoid capital gains taxes.


Life Insurance

Life insurance policies can be used to create a major gift at relatively low cost to the donor. If the Community Foundation is named as the owner or as a beneficiary of a new or existing policy, the donor may receive a tax deduction. Additional premiums paid through the Foundation also may be tax deductible, and proceeds pass to charity, free of estate tax.


Closely-held Business Interest

Shares of closely-held business interest can be gifted to the Foundation to help minimize the tax implications of the sale or closure of a business. Shares must be transferred prior to entering into an agreement with a third party buyer.


Individual Retirement Account (IRA) Qualified Charitable Distribution

A donor age 70 and a half or older may transfer up to $100,000 annually from his/her individual retirement account (IRA) to make a qualified charitable distribution to our Foundation. The amount transferred does not generate a charitable income tax deduction, but it does count toward the annual minimum required distribution amount and no taxes are owed. A donor may establish a Designated Fund, Scholarship Fund or Field of Interest Fund with a qualified charitable distribution. 

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If more information is needed, please contact:

Jay Young
Vice President, Philanthropy
941-556-7178
jyoung@cfsarasota.org

June 16, 2022

Masala Giving Circle awards $20,000 in grants to support the African American community in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

March 3, 2023

Power Couple: Guided by their faith, David and Adie Rubin are brightening the way for others and themselves with their generosity.

December 7, 2022

Plans for nearly $5 Million of Hurricane Ian Recovery Charitable Donations Underway

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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY, INC. IS A REGISTERED 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT CORPORATION. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 (OR 1-800-352-9832 EN ESPAÑOL) OR GOING ON THE DEPARTMENT’S WEBSITE WWW.FDACS.GOV/CONSUMERSERVICES.  REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. One hundred percent (100%) of the donation is received by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, registration #CH2471.

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