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Giving to United Way is a great way to support multiple causes with one click, knowing that your money will drive lasting, generational change right here in our community. Your gift is powerful. Together, we are breaking the cycles of crisis that can destroy lives and families.
NON-cash gifts
STOCKS, DAFS AND PLANNED GIVING
We are grateful for cash donations, we also recognize that there are other meaningful ways to contribute that may better suit your circumstances. Hence, we have provided a list of alternative giving options below.
Stocks or Appreciated Assets
By donating stocks or appreciated assets, you can benefit from a win-win situation. When you gift appreciated stock directly to us, you can avoid paying capital gains taxes and also receive a tax deduction for the full fair market value of the stock. This enables you to donate more, reduce your tax burden, and support our cause simultaneously.
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
If you’re 70½ years old or older, you have the option to transfer up to $100,000 per year from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) directly to a qualified charity, such as United Way of Kershaw County. These distributions are not taxable and count towards your required minimum distributions (RMDs), offering a tax-efficient method of donation. While the RMD is not mandatory until age 73, the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) can be especially advantageous for donors who do not itemize and opt for the standard deduction. It’s important to note that the QCD must be directly paid from your IRA to United Way of Kershaw County.
Grants from Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
Charitable Bequests
By including United Way in your will, you can enjoy the combined benefits of tax efficiency and philanthropy, providing an easy way to sustain your legacy of giving and impact. You can simply incorporate a written statement in your will to direct a gift to United Way. If you don’t have a will yet, creating one is easy! You can use Free Will to complete your will today
Retirement Plans
Naming United Way of Kershaw County as a beneficiary of your retirement plan presents a tax-efficient approach to perpetuate your legacy of impact. By directing all or a portion of the plan assets to United Way, the organization receives the full amount without deductions for estate and gift taxes. Since retirement accounts can be heavily taxed assets, subject to both income and estate taxes, designating United Way as the beneficiary ensures that your gift remains intact, making a significant impact on Kershaw County. Whether you designate United Way as the beneficiary of part or all of your IRA or retirement plan, these methods offer distinct tax advantages and provide the flexibility to align with your financial situation and philanthropic objectives.
Three reasons to choose United Way of the Kershaw County for your charitable giving:
- Pooling money and resources enables United Way of Kershaw County to tackle significant community issues more efficiently than smaller organizations.
- All the funds remain within our community to assist those in need.
- You can be confident that United Way of Kershaw County will responsibly manage your donation.
Certainly! Safeguarding the security and confidentiality of your information is our top priority. To ensure this, we employ industry-standard SSL technology to protect your information and maintain a safe and secure online donation environment. Rest assured that we do not sell, trade, or disclose your personal information to any third party, nor do we send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations. Furthermore, we will only share personal information if you have given us explicit permission to do so.
All donations made to United Way of Kershaw County are tax-deductible. Our organization is recognized as a 501(c)3 tax-exempt entity, allowing your donation to qualify as tax-deductible within the U.S. legal framework. To claim a deduction for your U.S. taxes, please retain your email donation receipt as your official record, which will be sent to you upon the successful completion of your donation.
You will receive a donation receipt at the email address you provide on this form. Please remember to retain a copy of your receipt for tax purposes. If you choose to make a recurring donation, you will receive an individual receipt every month when your donation is processed.
– Individual Donations:
You can make a difference through an individual donation, regardless of the amount.
$5 provides a pair of dry socks for a homeless person.
$10 could feed a family of four for several days.
$50 could provide a safe place in time of need.
– Workplace Campaign:
Running a United Way Workplace Campaign unites employees, providing them with the opportunity to donate, volunteer, and advocate for the community needs that matter most to them. Workplace Campaign donations of $200 or more receive a free T-shirt and qualify for entry into our Putting Dreams In Driveways Car Giveaway, sponsored by Lugoff Automotive Group.
– Palmetto Leadership Society
Leadership Givers contribute an annual gift of $500 or more and become a member of the Palmetto Leadership Society.
– Corporate Pledge:
A Corporate Pledge is a great way for your company to show its support for the community. Donor Decals let your customers and employees know you care, and every dollar is used to improve lives right here in our county.
Learn more about non-cash gifts like stocks, DAFs, QCDs, Charitable Bequests and more.