Six
paths.
Online · DAF · stock · IRA QCD · planned giving · workplace match. Six paths · each tax-favored differently. Our advancement team helps you find the most efficient path; no pressure, no fee.
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Online · credit card or ACH
Most common. Stripe-secure. One-time or recurring. Tax receipt emailed within 24 hours.
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Donor-Advised Fund · DAF
Recommended grants from Fidelity Charitable, Schwab, Vanguard, etc. EIN: 84-3729104. Most DAF platforms have us pre-listed.
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Stock + securities
Appreciated securities + stocks. Capital-gains tax avoided. DTC instructions on request — gifts@lifelineaid.org.
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IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
Donors 70½+ can give directly from IRA up to $108,000/yr (2025). Tax-favored. Direct rollover instructions on request.
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Planned giving · bequest
Bequest in will · charitable remainder trust · charitable gift annuity. Free planned-giving counsel; no obligation. Conversation with our advancement team.
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Workplace match · payroll
Many employers match. Database lookup at /workplace-match. ~30% of online gifts qualify for match — increases your gift's impact at no extra cost.
