There are many ways to contribute directly to the general fund for the Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos. The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos is a 501(c)3 organization. The Foundation primarily funds capital improvement projects, but we retain the flexibility to pitch in during times of fiscal uncertainty to assist San Carlos in maintaining the stability and continued operation of the parks.
General Donation Information
Cash Donations
Most gifts to The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos take this form, and it is as easy as writing a check or using your MasterCard, Visa or Discover card. Checks should be made payable to The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos.
Gifts-in-Kind
Gifts of goods or services can be of great financial assistance to The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos, while offering the donor a tax deduction for the fair market value of the gift. Please consult your tax advisor or contact the Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos for further information.
Gifts of Appreciated Property
With careful planning, charitable gifts of long-term appreciated securities or real estate can create very favorable tax benefits, such as the elimination of paying long-term capital gains tax and receiving an income tax charitable deduction.
Bequests
Gifts through wills and bequests can provide you with the opportunity to honor and sustain your family name in conjunction with The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos's name recognition program. The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos will work with you and your attorney to provide you with the language necessary to insure that your intentions are clearly expressed.
Life Income/Charitable Trusts
Charitable Trusts and charitable gift annuities offer an opportunity to make a substantial gift to The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos without forfeiting the annual income produced by these assets. You can retain income for your life and the life of your spouse. This gift can also be structured to create a substantial tax benefit over a period of years.
Matching Gifts
Many companies will match your contribution to The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos. Submit your company's matching gift form with your contribution and it can significantly increase your support and associated giving level.
Life Insurance
Many, if not most people, own some form of life insurance. Life insurance can play a very important part in planned charitable giving. Life insurance for charitable purposes can be accomplished by 1) the transfer of ownership of an existing policy to The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos, or 2) the purchase of life insurance which names The Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos as the beneficiary and/or owner.
End of Year Tax Benefit Opportunities Available
Make a donation of any size to the Foundation and realize valuable tax benefits. A variety of options are available including. Cash Donations can be cash, check or credit card. Gifts of Appreciated Property including long-term appreciated securities or real estate can create favorable tax benefits, such as elimination of paying long-term capital gains tax and receiving an income tax charitable deduction.
We will work with you and your attorney or tax consultant to maximize your benefit
Your gift of any size is welcome, appreciated and helps make “Great Parks and Good Living”.
Please contact the Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos via
email or phone at (650) 802-4317 if you would like more information on these opportunities.
