Ways to Give

It’s our goal to make it easy for you to invest in the nonprofits you care most about and projects that tackle community challenges, help meet critical needs and improve the quality of life for all on Orcas Island. Gifts come in all shapes and sizes. The role of OICF is to help make your gift to the community possible.

 

Credit Card Gifts

Donate anytime online through our donation page. 

 

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) and Required Minimum Distributions (RMD)

For those who take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly to charity and avoid paying taxes on the distribution. You can make a single gift to OICF, and work with us to divide your support amongst the organizations you seek to support. Please consult with your tax advisor on eligiblity and other requirements. 

Please complete our QCD Form which will alert us to be expecting your gift and designation(s).

 

Gifts of Appreciated Stock

Stock gifts may reduce your capital gains taxes and allow for a deduction of the stock’s fair market value. You can make a single gift to OICF, and work with us to divide your support amongst the organizations you seek to support. Please complete our stock donation form so we may expect your gift and make distributions .

 

Pass-Through Gifts and Grants

You can make a single gift to OICF, and work with us to divide your support amongst the organizations you seek to support. For some donors, this service simplifies their tax reporting and/or allows donors to remain anonymous (if desired). Please complete our Pass-Through Donation Form 

 

ACH and Wire Transfers

Please email info@oicf.us for ACH or wire instructions to make a gift directly from your financial institution.

 

Donor Advised Fund (DAF) Grant Recommendations

Fund advisors may recommend grants through our online portal or by email at info@oicf.us.

View fund advisor instructions here.

Interested in establishing a Donor Advised Fund? Learn more here.

 

Gifts by Cash or Check

Gifts by cash or check are accepted at our office located at 33 Urner Street #4, Eastsound, WA 98245.

Mailed via USPS: 

Please make your check payable to OICF with any designation in the memo line. Checks can be mailed to our office at:

Orcas Island Community Foundation
PO Box 1496
Eastsound, WA 98245

FedEx, UPS and DHL:

Orcas Island Community Foundation
33 Urner Street #4
Eastsound, WA 98245

Types of Assets We Accept

Did you know you can establish or add to a fund with any of the following?

  • Cash (cash equivalents, including credit card donations)
  • Marketable securities (stock)
  • Closely held, restricted or pre-IPO stock
  • Real estate, partial interest in real estate or promissory notes
  • Transfer of a private foundation
  • Tangible personal property
  • Royalties and distribution rights
  • Business Interests, including partnerships and interests in LLCs

In general, OICF’s gift policy is to liquidate any stock, real estate, property, etc. and deposit the cash into your fund to be used as you direct.

We recommend you consult with your financial or legal advisor to identify the optimum asset for your personal situation. Please contact OICF prior to initiating your gift so we can be prepared when you are ready to open or add to your fund.

Is your asset not listed here? Email Executive Director Lindsay Jennings to learn if we can help.

Legacy Giving & Bequests

You can make a lasting difference in the community with a legacy gift. We would be happy to work with you to actualize your philanthropic plans in the future. Please learn more here or email the OICF Executive Director Lindsay Jennings or call 360-376-6423 to learn more.

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