Belwin Conservancy thrives in large part thanks to a dedicated community of supporters. Whether an annual gift or a bequest, there are many ways to help Belwin sustain our work of restoring native habitats and connecting people to nature. Contact Angie Eckel, Development Director, to learn more about the following:


EMPLOYER MATCHING GIFTS

Did you know you could double the impact of your donation to Belwin Conservancy in just a few minutes? It’s as simple as initiating a matching gift from your employer!

Just contact your human resources or business office to see if they match employees’ charitable giving. Most often, there is a brief form to fill out, requiring our tax identification number: 41-0967891. Belwin Conservancy is a 501(c)3 nonprofit.


GIFTS OF STOCK

Belwin Conservancy accepts gifts of stock, which we sell immediately in order to support our work. Donors often obtain significant tax benefits by donating stock because under the current tax laws, you can avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation of donated stock, and are entitled to a tax deduction of the full fair market value of the gift. We recommend that you consult a tax professional for specific advice about your situation.

In accordance with IRS regulations, you will receive an acknowledgement for tax purposes listing the number of shares donated and the value of the stock as of the date the shares are received in our account.

How to Transfer Stock to Belwin Conservancy

Please contact us, or have your broker contact us, to let us know about the transfer if you would like written confirmation from Belwin for your contribution. Belwin Conservancy will not be notified of your name as part of the wire transfer.

Belwin Conservancy
1553 Stagecoach Trail S.
Afton, MN 55001
651-435-0687
651-436-2899 (fax)
donations@belwin.org

Broker Information

Your stockbroker can directly transfer your stock gift to Belwin Conservancy’s account with the following information:

Name: Morgan Stanley
Account Name: Belwin Conservancy
Account Number: 319075311
Depository Trust Number (aka DTC#): 0015
Belwin Conservancy’s EIN number: 41-0967891


DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a philanthropic giving vehicle that provides an immediate tax benefit to you, and allows you to grant funds to charities of your choice. Think of it as a charitable savings account — you put money in the DAF, any potential growth is tax-free, and then you can recommend where your assets go in the form of grants. Gifts given through DAFs are essential to Belwin’s work, and have a lasting impact on our region’s ecosystems and our community’s well being.

How to support Belwin through your DAF

Contact your sponsoring financial or community foundation to recommend a grant to Belwin. Checks should be made out to Belwin Conservancy and mailed to:

Belwin Conservancy
1553 Stagecoach Trail S.
Afton, MN 55001
651-435-0687
651-436-2899 (fax)
donations@belwin.org
Belwin Conservancy’s EIN number is: 41-0967891

You may also name Belwin Conservancy as the beneficiary of the fund during your estate and legacy planning.


PLANNED GIFTS

Planned gifts can be made through wills and trusts, but also include real estate gifts, charitable annuities, or making Belwin the beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement plan. They are a wonderful, surprisingly flexible way to express your commitment to the health of our region, and can often provide tax benefits as well. If you plan on including Belwin Conservancy in your will or other legacy giving, please contact us and let us know. We would love to show you our gratitude.

Belwin Conservancy’s EIN number is: 41-0967891


CHARITABLE IRA DISTRIBUTIONS

In lieu of a Required Minimum Distribution, consider a charitable distribution from your IRA directly to Belwin Conservancy. It is an easy, tax-smart way to maximize your gift and have a larger impact. To take advantage of this special opportunity, contact your IRA administrator today.


LAND AND EASEMENTS

One of Belwin Conservancy’s primary missions is to protect land for our future generations. A gift of land or a conservation easement is perhaps the most direct way of supporting our organization. Due to our status as a nonprofit, land donations can have significant tax benefits. If you are considering a gift of land or an easement, we would like to discuss your goals and the details of your property.

Please contact Katie Bloome, Executive Director, at 651-435-0848. 

 

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