Giving Stocks or Other SecuritiesSome people choose to support the National CASA Association by donating gifts of securities. In addition to providing us with the crucial financial support needed to make a difference in the lives of abused children, you can save on capital gains taxation of appreciated securities. You can donate securities by transferring stock certificates or stock held through a broker.Stock Held Through Your BrokerMost brokerage firms will require a letter of intent from you to request an electronic transfer of shares to National CASA. When doing so, you can provide the following account information to them or have them call Michelle Finet for the information at (800) 628-3233, ext. 267. Account InformationNational CASA's account for receiving donated securities is managed by Smith Barney:Traci Bumpus Phone (206) 628-4424 Before transferring any securities, please ask your broker to contact Traci Bumpus at the above number, referencing National CASA's tax ID number: 91-1255818. And to ensure that your gift is properly accounted for, please also notify Michelle Finet, Director of Donor Relations, at donate@nationalcasa.org or (800) 628-3233, ext. 267. Stock CertificatesTo transfer stock certificates, you will need a stock power for each certificate that you plan to donate. These stock powers need to be signature guaranteed—simply go to your local bank or broker and have them witness your signature. They will stamp it accordingly. After you have signed the powers (do not sign the back of the certificates), mail the certificate(s) in one envelope and the signed stock powers with the signature guarantee in a separate envelope. Mail the two envelopes to: National CASA Association NOTE: To ensure the arrival of your gift, we recommend that the stock certificate be sent by certified mail with return receipt requested. Thank you for considering a donation of securities to National CASA. |
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