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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 email us at Donor Services with:

  • Your full name and contact information
  • Name and type of securities
  • Number of shares and estimated value
  • Intended purpose of the gift (if applicable)

To Make a Gift

Please contact:

Donor Services
Chicago Botanic Garden
Phone: (847) 835-6925
Email: Donor Services
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Central Time Zone)

 

Other Ways to Give

Stock Gift

ACH or Wire Transfer

Donor-Advised Fund

IRA Gift

Corporate support

Planned Giving

 

 

 

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.