A Powerful Way to Give
When you make a gift of appreciated stock, bonds, or mutual funds to Friends of Bonobos, you will have an immediate impact on the lives of the bonobos at Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary. You will also ensure the protection of rewilded bonobos and their habitat at Ekolo ya Bonobo Community Reserve.
Making a gift of your appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual funds to Friends of Bonobos also saves you money on taxes.
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​You avoid paying capital gains tax and may also be eligible for a charitable income tax deduction.
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Here’s an example of how you and the bonobos benefit from your gift of an appreciated asset.* When you give an appreciated asset valued at $100,000 with a tax basis of $50,000, you will avoid $7,500** in capital gains tax and may receive a tax deduction totaling $24,000*** for your charitable gift.
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*Figures may vary based on the income tax laws in your state.
**Calculation is based on a 15% long-term capital gains tax rate.
***Calculation is based on a 24% federal income tax bracket.
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​As always, we recommend that you consult your tax or financial professional for advice before making charitable donations.
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Please let us know
When you make a gift to Friends of Bonobos via your broker, we do not always receive information that identifies you as the donor. To ensure that you receive a proper tax acknowledgement of your gift, we kindly request a confirmation letter or email of the transfer, along with any relevant documentation, be sent to:
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Amanda Kutner
Director of Philanthropy
Friends of Bonobos
amanda.kutner[at]friendsofbonobos.org
P.O. Box 2652, Durham, NC 27715
Alternatively, and for large stock gifts, making a gift of appreciated stock, bonds, or mutual funds is easy with the help of your tax or financial professional.
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