OTHER WAYS TO HELP
At The Bridge Home, we believe that every contribution counts, and there are many ways to support our mission beyond monetary or in-kind donations. Whether it’s volunteering your time, sharing your skills, or advocating for our cause in the community, your involvement can make a significant impact. Explore the various opportunities to give back and help us create a supportive environment for individuals transitioning from homelessness to stable housing. Together, we can make a difference and foster hope for those in need.
If you have questions about any of these non-cash gift options, please give us a call at 515-969-0903.
gifts of grain
For farm operators, rather than selling grain and making a gift from the proceeds, directly gifting grain may provide more significant tax savings.
Complete this form to make a gift of grain today!
real estate
Real estate, such as a residence, farm, undeveloped land, vacation home, or commercial property can be donated as a current gift or a gift through your estate. It also may be given to finance a life income gift such as a charitable remainder trust.
stocks/bonds
Gifts of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds may be donated as outright gifts or as a pledge payment. When you make a gift of securities, your income tax deduction is equal to the securities’ fair market value, and you may avoid capital gains taxes on the transfer.
SUPPORT OUR ENDOWMENT
Donations to the Bridge Home Endowment provide support today, tomorrow, and forever. These gifts are eligible for the Endow Iowa Tax Credit of 25% on Iowa income taxes. Find more information here.
To donate by check, make checks payable to The Bridge Home Endowment and note Story County Community Foundation in the memo line. Please include your name, address, phone number, and email address with or on the check. You will receive a receipt from the foundation for tax purposes and the form to complete for Endow Iowa Tax Credits.
Mail to:
Story County Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1666
Ames, Iowa 50010-1666
LEGACY GIVING
Writing a will provides an incredible opportunity to bless family members and charities that you support.
The Bridge Home is so grateful for the thoughtful planning of life income gifts and to be considered a part of your legacy. Whether or not you have an existing will, and you would like to explore the benefits of gift planning, please contact us at 515-969-0903.
Your legacy of generosity will continue to make a difference in the lives of those who need us most.
Already have us in your will or estate plans? Be sure to join our Legacy Society today!
MATCHING GIFTS
As a donor to The Bridge Home, you may be able to double or triple the impact of your gifts if your employer offers a matching gift program. Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any contributions made by their employees.
If your company is eligible, request a matching gift form from your employer, send it signed with your gift, and we will do the rest!
PLEDGES
Instead of paying the sum of your gift all at once, pledges allow you to pay the total over time. Terms for pledges are typically within five years. Make a pledge today!
Complete the Gift/Pledge Form and send it to us in the mail:
The Bridge Home
225 S Kellogg Ave
Ames, Iowa 50010
By email: TBH@thebridgehome.org