Support Us - Gifts of Securities

River Network accepts gifts of appreciated stocks, bonds, and mutual funds to support our results-oriented work. Donating the full value of your shares is a quick, easy and tax-efficient way to make a lasting contribution to conservation.

Your investment will help preserve a legacy of land and water resources for future generations.

River Network has been award the "Best in America" Seal of Approval by Independent Charities of America. The purpose of the ICA "Best In America" Seal of Approval is to help identify those nonprofit organizations that are the top charities in the country. Of the 1,000,000 charities operating in the United States today, it is estimated that fewer than 50,000, or 5 percent, meet or exceed these standards, and, of those, fewer than 2,000 have been awarded this Seal.

Please take a moment to notify River Network when you are prepared to make your stock transfer. Let us know if there is a particular program you wish to benefit. Ask your broker or bank to include your name in the transaction description to ensure proper identification and acknowledgement of your gift.

We recommend consulting a qualified legal or financial advisor for more information on the tax deductibility of gifts of securities.

Gifts of long-term appreciated stock or mutual funds offer a quick, easy and tax-efficient way to make a lasting contribution to River Network. Your gift will help us protect precious rivers close to your heart and around the country.

Please take a moment to notify us prior to every stock transfer in order for us to accurately identify, allocate and acknowledge your gift.

Benefits

Income Tax Savings - You can take an income tax deduction of up to 30 percent of your adjusted gross income. The excess can be carried forward for up to 5 years.
Capital Gain Tax Savings - Avoid capital gain taxes you would have incurred if you had sold the security.
Receive Income - By funding a life-income gift with securities, you could receive income during your lifetime.
River Legacy Fund - Your gift will ensure our freshwater resources will be protected for future generations.

Making A Gift

Securities Held by You
Securities Held By Your Broker

Please contact us if you would like to donate mutual funds.

How It Works

John purchased $5,000 worth of XYZ Stock which is now worth $10,000. He can use this $10,000 to make a gift to River Network and realize the tax savings. John may take a $10,000 charitable deduction on his federal income taxes, saving between $1,000 to $3,500 in federal income tax (depending on his tax bracket) and avoiding a capital gain tax of $750.

Contact Us

Would you like more information on gifts of securities or other gifts of appreciated assets?

Please contact Stephen Twelker, 503-542-8380, stwelker@rivernetwork.org, or submit our convenient online form.

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