Other Ways to Give
There are several options for making an impactful gift to support the dogs and cats on our care. Talk with your financial advisor to learn more about these options to support the life-saving mission at Five Acres.
Stock Gifts
Making a stock gift to Five Acres is an easy and impactful way to support our mission. Donating appreciated stock allows donors to potentially avoid capital gains taxes that would otherwise be due if the stock were sold, meaning more value goes directly to our shelter. Donors may also be able to claim a charitable deduction for the fair market value of the stock at the time of the gift, which can help reduce taxable income for the year.
There are two ways this can be done:
Direct Gifts: When you donate securities to Five Acres, you receive the same income tax savings that you would if you wrote a check, but with the added benefit of eliminating capital gains taxes on the transfer.
Transfer on Death (TOD) Accounts: By placing a TOD designation on your brokerage or investment account, that account will be paid to one or more persons or charities after your lifetime.
Gifts from IRAs
If you are 70 ½ years old or older, you can take advantage of a simple way to support our mission and receive tax benefits in return. You can give any amount (up to $108,000) per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity tax-free.
To make a gift from your IRA, speak with your financial, tax or legal advisor about making a direct transfer to Five Acres. The administrator can send a check from your account directly to Five Acres. Please notify Five Acres of your donation so we can thank you properly, at madeline@fiveacresanimalshelter.org.
Legal Name: Five Acres Animal helter
Address: 1099 Pralle Lane, St. Charles, MO 63303
Federal Tax ID Number: 01-0756138
Donor-Advised Funds
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a flexible way to manage charitable giving to organizations like Five Acres by providing tax-free growth on investments and consolidating donations for tax purposes. Through your fund, you can recommend a grant or recurring grant to Five Acres to support our mission.
Workplace Giving
Did you know? Many companies match their employees’ donations to non-profit organizations. By asking your employer to match your gift to Five Acres Animal Shelter, which is a 501c3 non-profit charity, you can double or maybe even triple the impact of your gift. Check with your human resources or community relations department to see if your employer has a gift matching policy.
DISCLAIMER: This content is intended to be a general overview and should not be considered legal, tax, or investment advice. The tax rules governing charitable distributions, contributions, and donor-advised funds are complex and may vary based on your individual financial situation. You should consult with a professional tax advisor or financial planner for personalized advice.