Cash Gifts

Cash is a great way to give and can be put to immediate use by DSC.

Gifts of appreciated securities, stocks and bonds

These gifts provide considerable tax advantages when transferred to DSC before they are sold.  You may find that this will create and income-tax deduction as well as help avoid capital gains tax that would have been due on their sale. 

Gifts of Real Estate and Personal Property

Gifts of real estate are welcome and, usually, entitle donors to an income tax deduction.  These gifts include personal residences, second homes, income property, and vacant land.

Gifts of personal property may include rare books, works of art, valuable collectibles, equipment and other tangible items of demonstrable value.

Matching Gifts

Many companies offer matching gift programs that allow their employees to match, double or even triple their donation to DSC.  Check with your employer to find out if your company has a matching gift program.  You will need to obtain a matching gift form from your employer’s personnel office, fill it out, and send it to DSC with your contribution.

Memorial Gifts

You may make a memorial gift to DSC in honor of a family member or friend, or to commemorate a significant event in your life.