More Ways to Give

In addition to cash donations, there are other ways you can support our mission.

Marketable Securities

Maximize your impact and minimize your taxes by donating stocks, bonds, or mutual funds.

Giving appreciated securities is one of the most tax-efficient ways to support the Historic Linwood Foundation. By donating securities directly before selling them, you can often eliminate capital gains taxes and the Medicare surtax, which can total nearly 25%.

  • The Advantage: Your donation goes much further than if you sold the assets and donated the cash after-tax.

  • The Deduction: In addition to tax savings on the gain, you can generally deduct the full fair market value of the securities as an itemized deduction.

Note: While you may donate securities that have decreased in value, the primary tax benefits apply to appreciated assets.

Donor-Advised Funds (DAF)

A flexible, tax-advantaged way to manage your charitable giving.

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) acts like a dedicated charitable investment account. As the fastest-growing giving vehicle in the U.S., DAFs offer a simple and powerful way to support the organizations you care about.

How a DAF Works:

  1. Contribute: Establish your fund by contributing cash, stock, or non-cash assets to a sponsor (such as Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, or a local community foundation) for an immediate income tax deduction.

  2. Grow: While you decide which charities to support, your contribution can be invested and grow tax-free, increasing the eventually available funds.

  3. Grant: Direct grants from your DAF to the Historic Linwood Foundation at any time.

Gifts in Kind, Real Estate, and Tangible Property

The Historic Linwood Foundation accepts in-kind donations, real estate and tangible property. Please contact the Foundation in advance to ensure we can effectively utilize your gift. Note that contributions of real estate and tangible property may require formal approval from our Board of Directors.

Bequests & Estate Planning

Ensure your legacy by joining the Linwood 1828 Society by naming the Historic Linwood Foundation in your will or living trust.

A bequest allows you to make a lasting statement about your values while ensuring your intentions are honored. You may designate a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or specific assets. To ensure your gift is used according to your wishes, you may also sign a memorandum of agreement alongside your will.

If you join the Linwood 1828 Society, you will receive the following benefits:

  • Recognized as a Linwood 1828 Society member in Linwood Legacy Membership Newsletter.

  • Recognized on a plaque in a prominent location in the Lummus Chapel

Sample Bequest Language:

“I, [Name], of [City, State, ZIP], give, devise, and bequeath to the Historic Linwood Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization (Tax ID: 58-2315736), [amount, percentage of estate, or description of property] for its unrestricted use and purpose.”

Questions?

We encourage you to consult with your financial or legal advisor to determine the best structure for your gift. However, if you have questions for us, please contact Historic Linwood Foundation at 706/321-8285 or info@linwoodcemetery.org.

Please send gifts to the following address:

Historic Linwood Foundation
P.O. Box 1057
Columbus, GA 31902
Tax ID: 58-2315736.

Historic Linwood Foundation is a charitable organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.