Thank you for your interest in making a stock donation to GlobalGiving! Learn more about how to donate stock and why!
There are major advantages to donating appreciated securities instead of a cash gift. Giving appreciated securities brings you significant tax benefits, which can maximize the impact of your gift. A few tips:
We have made it incredibly easy for you to give with our new online tool. Any decision you make regarding the tax implications of your investments and donations should be made in consultation with your personal tax advisor.
For more information on how to donate stock to GlobalGiving, please continue reading below or email gifts@globalgiving.org.
Q: How do I begin a gift of stock online to GlobalGiving?
A: GlobalGiving utilizes FreeWill’s intuitive step-by-step web tool to allow individuals and financial advisors to make giving appreciated assets easy.
Q: I want GlobalGiving’s Transfer Information to make my gift.
A: Your broker will need the following information:
Q: Where can I learn more about the benefits of stock giving?
A: Learn more about the associated benefits with FreeWill.
Q: What can I do to ensure GlobalGiving processes my gift quickly?
A: Please remember to let us know the name of your broker and the shares you are donating in an email to gifts@globalgiving.org. It will help us communicate with you quickly once your gift is received. If you hold the stock certificate or the stock certificate is held at a bank or trust company, contact us for help with the transfer at 1-202-232-5784.
Q: Can I make multiple designations to multiple GlobalGiving projects?
A: You are welcome to designate your donation to multiple projects with a single transaction. The total value of the stock will not be known at the time of the transfer until after it is sold. If you are donating to more than one project, please provide either a by-share or by-percentage breakdown of which projects you would like your donation to go to.
Q: What should I know about donating stock that has depreciated in value since I bought it?
A: It may be to your advantage to sell the stock and write a check to GlobalGiving. Often, you can claim a loss and pay less in taxes. As always, however, you should consult a tax advisor about your particular circumstances.
Please mail any letters or check donations to: GlobalGiving, 1 Thomas Circle NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Questions? Email us at gifts@globalgiving.org.