Donating highly appreciated securities, including stocks or bonds, is an easy and tax-effective way for you to make a gift to PACT.

A charitable gift of appreciated securities held long term is not considered a sale and does not generate any capital gains tax, no matter the amount of the gain. To encourage gifts of appreciated property, Congress provides a valuable tax incentive—a charitable income tax deduction for the full fair market value of the securities (including the gain) for itemizers.

Note: Be sure to transfer the stock directly to PACT. Do not sell the stock, or you will lose this important tax advantage.