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Every time you donate to the JCFPL Foundation, you make a difference in the community. The Jersey City Free Public Library is the sole beneficiary of funds raised by the JCFPL Foundation. Your contribution will help the library continue serving the diverse and growing Jersey City community now and long into the future.
Qualified Charitable Distributions:
If you are 70.5 or older, giving from your IRA can help reduce your taxable income and for those over 73 who must take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), an IRA gift is a simple way to fulfill it! By using the link below to give from your IRA, you can auto-complete your paperwork and we can track your gift to send you the proper tax receipts.
Stocks:
Donating stocks allows you to avoid capital gains tax and often take a charitable deduction for the full value of the asset. Use this tool to donate stock so we can track your gift, send you the correct receipt, and ensure you can get the tax savings you deserve. If you would prefer to make your donation through your broker, access our transfer information from the link above to notify the JCFPL Foundation of your gift.
DAFs:
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations today. This tool automatically links with your DAF, allows you to recommend how you’d like your gift to be used and notifies the JCFPL Foundation of your intentions. Using the link below to grant from your DAF also saves us a lot of time, so thank you! It’s a great way to ensure consistent financial support while saving cash for immediate needs.
Cryptocurrency:
We now accept donations of Ethereum, Bitcoin, and other cryptocurrencies! This gives us one more way to fund our work and can provide you with extra tax benefits.
Other Ways to Give Through Your Estate
There are several ways to include the Jersey City Free Public Library Foundation in your plans. Choose the option that feels right for you.
Wills & Trusts
Create or update your plans to include a gift to the Library.
Trusts
Support the Library through a trust aligned with your long-term goals.
Beneficiary Designations
Name the Library as a beneficiary of a retirement account or policy.
Document Your Gift Intent
Let us know if you’ve already included the Library in your plans.
