7 Different Ways to Give to Charity During the 2024 Holiday Season

They say it’s better to give than to receive, and that notion rings especially true during the holiday season. A latte might buy you a caffeine buzz, but the same amount of money, when given to Shriners Children’s, could help transform the life of a child in need.

When a family comes to our healthcare system, we welcome them with open arms and open hearts. We’re committed to reaching as many children as possible, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status.

Luckily, there are many ways to give to Shriners Children’s this holiday season. Whether you’re looking to donate stock, give through your donor-advised fund, make a matching gift through your employer, or host an event or peer-to-peer fundraising campaign to help us, you have plenty of giving options.

Rest easy that your donations are being spent efficiently. Shriners Hospitals for Children, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, earns a Four-Star Rating. That’s the highest a nonprofit can receive from Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most utilized independent charity evaluator. Plus, all contributions to Shriners Children’s are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law (EIN 36-2193608). (Shriners Children’s is a registered name under which Shriners Hospitals for Children conducts activities.)

So, keep reading to discover seven different ways – both big and small – that you can support Shriners Children’s this holiday season, helping us provide the most amazing care anywhere.

Giving Tuesday

Don’t go for broke on Black Friday shopping. Set something aside for Giving Tuesday, December 3 this year. The day was created for people to show their gratitude on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving by donating to the causes and organizations that mean the most to them. It’s a wonderful opportunity to share your love in a big way: When you donate to Shriners Children’s, before or on Giving Tuesday, one of our generous supporters will match your gift three times to triple your impact.

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Stock Gifting

Did you know that donating appreciated stock is one of the most tax-efficient ways to support Shriners Children’s? It’s true. When you give stock, you avoid paying capital gains taxes and can deduct the full market value of the asset on your tax return. It’s a win-win for you and us. And, now, it’s fast, safe and easy to do thanks to DonateStock.

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Vehicle Donation

Have an older car, truck, motorcycle, RV, plane or boat you want to get rid of? Shriners Children’s accepts vehicle donations of all types in any condition and from any location. The process is easy, the vehicle pickup is free, Shriners Children’s receives the proceeds and you receive the tax benefit.

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Employer Matching

Make a gift to Shriners Children’s and see if your employer will match. This is a type of gift in which companies match donations that employees make to nonprofit organizations. When an employee makes a donation and requests a matching gift from their employer, the employer may then donate the same amount or more. Companies usually match donations at a 1:1 ratio, but some will match at a 2:1 ratio or more. Matching gifts builds employee and customer loyalty, sending a strong message that your employer cares about kids. Click the link below to see if your employer will match your donation via Double the Donation.

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Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Social media makes it easier than ever to host fundraisers for the charities we believe in. If you’re interested in peer-to-peer fundraising for Shriners Children’s, consider donating to an existing fundraiser via Classy from GoFundMe. Simply choose the Shriners Children’s location you want to support, and you’re off and running. It only takes a minute to support life-changing care. You can also start a new team fundraiser or create a solo campaign, but keep in mind that most folks raise more donations by joining forces with others, so we recommend joining a team or creating a new team if you can. Any and all events are welcome, from school classroom fundraisers to parties in lieu of gifts. We enable you to give your way and engage your social circle to help our mission.

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Real Estate Gifting

We can help ensure that donating your real estate asset has the greatest possible impact while also maximizing tax benefits. The process to donate property of any type (e.g., land, residential, commercial) is straightforward. If you have held your appreciated property for more than one year, you may also qualify for a federal income-tax charitable deduction, eliminating capital gains tax.

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Planned Gifting

You can leave a long-lasting legacy of love that carries beyond your lifetime by planning for future giving to Shriners Children’s. Examples of gifts include wills, trusts and bequests; charitable gift annuities; charitable remainder trusts; and much more.

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