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: Chicago Horticultural Society Account Number: 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 show email address 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)
Questions?
We are here to help. Please contact:
Donor Services Chicago Botanic Garden Phone: (847) 835-6925 Email: show email address
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.
