Charitable Gift Annuity
A charitable gift annuity is a simple agreement between you and the Guide Dog Foundation. In exchange for a gift of cash or appreciated assets, you receive fixed payments for life.
How It Works
- You transfer cash or securities to the Guide Dog Foundation. Our minimum gift requirement is $25,000.
- The Guide Dog Foundation pays you, yourself and a spouse, or any two beneficiaries you name, fixed payments for life.
- Beneficiaries are recommended to be at least 65 years of age at the time of the gift.
- The remaining balance passes to the Guide Dog Foundation when the contract ends.
- You can also create a life income gift through your IRA. Discover more here.
Benefits
- Receive more income for your money because of higher rates.
- Receive dependable cash-flow for life, regardless of fluctuations in the market.
- In many cases, receive payments at a rate higher than the interest you are currently receiving on investments.
- Receive an immediate income tax deduction for a portion of your gift.
- A portion of your annuity payment will be tax-free for a number of years.
- Are you a younger donor? Consider a deferred gift annuity.
Next
- More detail on Gift Annuities.
- Frequently asked questions on Gift Annuities.
- Contact us so we can assist you through every step.