Stock Donations
Donating appreciated stock is a powerful way to give. By transferring stock directly to us, you may avoid capital gains tax and receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value of the stock.
How it works
Initiate a transfer from your brokerage account to The Urban Conservancy's account. It's a simple process that your broker can help you with.
Benefits
- Avoid capital gains tax
- Charitable tax deduction
- The Urban Conservancy receives the full market value
Donor Advised Fund (DAF)
A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is like a charitable investment account for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations you care about.
How it works
Donate assets (cash, stock, crypto, etc.) into the DAF, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants to nonprofits whenever you choose. You can usually do this online through your DAF sponsor's portal.
Benefits
- Immediate tax deduction when you contribute to your DAF
- Tax-free growth of investments within the fund
- Flexible giving over multiple years with simplified record keeping
IRA Charitable Rollover
If you are 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA to The Urban Conservancy. This is known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD).
How it works
Instruct your IRA custodian to send a check directly to us. This distribution counts towards your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD).
Benefits
- Satisfy your RMD for the year
- Reduce your taxable income
- Simple and direct for retirees
Sustaining Sponsorship
Invest in our vision of a city that protects its tree canopy and creates and sustains native habitat across New Orleans. Help the Urban Conservancy implement, educate, and advocate for a cooler, less flood prone, and more beautiful city through a sustaining sponsorship today!
How it works
Choose a sponsorship level that fits your business or foundation and commit to ongoing support. Our team will help you set up your sponsorship and make sure it's recognized the way you'd like.
Benefits
- Recognition on our website and at Urban Conservancy events
- Steady funding that lets us plan long-term projects across the city
Always connect with your CPA about any specific tax implications of gifts.
For more detailed instructions on any of these donation methods, please contact our Executive Director.
Questions? Contact Dana at dana@urbanconservancy.org or 504-717-6187