Planned Giving
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The information below is intended as a general overview of planned giving types that supporters like you have used before, but we encourage you to call our CEO, Lisa Brush, at (734)-395-4483 or email her at lbrush@stewardshipnetwork.org to explore options that best suit your needs and wishes. Thank you!
IRAs / Qualified Charitable Distributions
A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is a distribution of funds from your IRA (other than a SEP or SIMPLE IRA) directly to TSN. IRA owners age 70½ or over can transfer up to $100,000 to charity tax-free each year. These transfers offer eligible older Americans a great way to easily give. For those who are at least 73 years old, QCDs count toward the IRA owner’s required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year.
The Stewardship Network’s tax identification number is 56-2471470 and our mailing address is 416 Longshore Drive, Ann Arbor MI 48105
Your QCD must be made directly from your IRA custodian to TSN on your behalf. Each financial institution has its own process for initiating a qualified charitable distribution. Please note that if you are still working and contributing to a retirement account, this gift could impact your taxable income. Please consult with a qualified advisor before making a gift.
Wills or Trusts
Help protect nature for years to come by making a gift to The Stewardship Network in your estate plan. You can designate an amount or percentage of your estate to go to The Stewardship Network by including a bequest provision in your will or revocable trust. Your distribution is fully deductible for federal estate tax purposes and there is no limit on the deduction that your estate can claim. In addition, the gift is usually exempt from state inheritance laws. To assist you in your planned giving, here are two examples of how to indicate a general or undesignated gift to support TSN’s mission:
Sample Bequest of Remainder of Estate:
I give, devise, and bequeath to The Stewardship Network, a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Michigan, with a tax id number of 56-2471470, all (or state the fraction or percentage) of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, both real and personal.
The Stewardship Network may be contacted at:
The Stewardship Network
416 Longshore Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
734-996-3190
Sample Bequest of a Specific Amount:
I give, devise, and bequeath $_____ to The Stewardship Network, a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Michigan, with a tax id number of 56-2471470.
The Stewardship Network may be contacted at:
The Stewardship Network
416 Longshore Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
734-996-3190
Tax identification number: 56-2471470
Date of incorporation: July 21, 2004
Donor Advised Funds
The Stewardship Network is grateful for DAF donations to support our mission. Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are a tax-efficient way to manage charitable donations. DAFs allow donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from the fund over time. TSN’s tax identification number is 56-2471470.
Stocks and Securities
The Stewardship Network accepts and is grateful for gifts of stock and appreciated securities. The Stewardship Network has a brokerage account with Fidelity which will accept gifts of stock and appreciated securities.
DTC: 0226
Account name: The Stewardship Network
Account number: Z40473160
Mailing address:
The Stewardship Network
416 Longshore Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Please contact The Stewardship Network at finance@stewardshipnetwork.org to share the stock name, number of shares, intended date of transfer, and brokerage name.
If you have questions or once transfer is complete, please notify Lisa Brush, CEO, via email at lbrush@stewardshipnetwork.org
Life Insurance Policies
When you name The Stewardship Network as a primary beneficiary or as a contingent beneficiary of your life insurance policy, you may be able to save on estate taxes.
Retirement Plans
Tribute Gifts
The Stewardship Network is always honored to accept gifts in celebration of the special moments and people in your lives. If you would like to donate to our organization as a tribute, please contact finance@stewardshipnetwork.org for assistance and we will be happy to help.