Popular tax-smart gifts
Many people are increasing choosing to give non-cash assets, allowing them to have a greater impact at less cost to them. However you choose to give, your generosity provides security, dignity and hope to the individuals in AbleLight’s care.
Explore tax-smart gift options
Learn about gifts that maximize the impact of your support while providing tax benefits for you!
Stocks and securities
Many people love donating stock or mutual funds because it may help them avoid paying capital gains taxes.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and our mission.
Real Estate
Donate real estate to make a lasting impact, unlocking the hidden potential of your property’s value.
Retained Life Estate
Secure your home’s future through a Retained Life Estate, ensuring support for us while residing in your property.
Planned Giving provides people with developmental disabilities services for generations to come
A gift in your will creates a foundation for the future. Our work today is important, but it is equally, if not more important, to ensure AbleLight can continue well into the future.
We’re here to help you meet your goals!
Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.
Name: John Nickels
Title :Senior Advancement & Planned Giving Officer
Phone: 920-206-4420
Email: john.nickels@ablelight.org
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More ways to make an impact
Gifts in a will or trust
Donations in your will or trust are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will (for free!).
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.
Gifts that provide you income
Give assets while providing yourself or others with income for a period of time or distributions at a later date.