7 Ways to Give to CHEER

Coastal Habitat Education & Environmental Restoration relies on the generosity of our donors and volunteers. Contributions to our organization help support good work provided for

1. CASH DONATIONS

   Cash contributions include checks, money orders, credit cards, electronic fund transfer and direct transfer of any similar negotiable instrument. Donations are fully tax deductible.

2. ANNUAL GIFT

   Annual gifts are generally cash contributions, but may also take other gift forms. Persons formally promising to make a gift of $200-$249 are recognized at Friends in CHEER future Annual Report.

3. PROGRAM FUNDERS

   Anyone who makes a minimum initial gift of $250 and states in writing his or her intention to make a minimum gift of $250 annually will be recognized as a Program Funder in future CHEER Annual Report. Gifts accrue towards upper levels as well.

4. STOCKS, BONDS, MUTUAL FUNDS, MARKETABLE ART AND COLLECTIONS

   When stocks, bonds and other appreciated non-cash assets are sold, tax is due on any capital gain. One of the only ways to avoid or delays the capital gains tax is to make a charitable gift of the asset.

5. REAL ESTATE

   Real estate donations provide the donor with a tax deduction for full fair market value and avoids all capital gains taxes. Real Estate with Life Tenancy allows the donor and/or spouse to continue to live on the property for life. This plan can cover primary, secondary or income producing properties.

6. WILLS AND BEQUESTS

   Bequests to the Organization may be made for a dollar amount, property, percentage of the estate, or remainder of an estate. People designating CHEER as beneficiary of a Will are recognized as members of the Legacy Society.

7. LIFE INSURANCE

   Persons designating CHEER as beneficiary of life insurance policies (term or cash value) are recognized as members of the Legacy Society. Recognition under various levels will be made based on the proceeds or value of the policy.