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Give with Stock

Consider giving a gift of stock to The Friends. There are some significant potential tax advantages when you gift highly appreciated stock to The Friends. Generally, you can:

• Receive an immediate tax deduction for the value of the donated stock at the time you donate it.
• Avoid paying huge capital gains taxes on stock that has appreciated significantly in value since you purchased it.
• Reduce your taxable estate by donating stock to a charity. If you have a sizable estate, you can divert the money in that stock away from the IRS and into the coffers of your charity.

The rules governing these donations and applicable tax benefits can be quite complex, however, so please consult with your accountant or financial adviser about your personal situation before taking any action. If you would like to make a gift of stock, please contact Dawn Flinsch at 612-630-6175 or dmflinsch@hclib.org to make arrangements with our financial advisor.