Make a Gift of Appreciated Securities (Stock Gift)
Support the Chicago Botanic Garden by donating appreciating stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. Giving securities that have increased in value is a smart and effective way to support our mission while potentially reducing your tax liability.
Benefits of giving securities
Avoid capital gains tax on the appreciated value of the stock.
Receive a charitable income tax deduction for the full fair market value of the securities (if held for more than one year). Consult your tax advisor regarding your own circumstances.
Make a larger impact at no additional cost to you.
How to make a gift
To donate securities to the Chicago Botanic Garden, please provide your broker with the following transfer instructions:
Receiving Institution: Fidelity Investments DTC Number: 0226 Account Name: Z66344737 Federal Tax ID (EIN): 36-2225482
Important: For proper acknowledgment and tax receipting, please notify us when you have initiated a transfer. Email us at Donor Services with:
Your generosity helps us connect people with the natural world, conserve native ecosystems, and cultivate beauty and resilience for generations to come.
Thank you for considering a gift of securities to the Chicago Botanic Garden.
