Donating publicly traded securities – such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds and similar investments - is one of the most efficient ways to support United Way Centraide Canada. When you donate securities directly, you eliminate the capital gains tax you would pay if you sold them first, which means your gift goes further.
Benefits of Donating Securities
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Maximize your impact: The full value of your donation goes toward supporting communities across Canada.
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Receive a charitable tax receipt: You’ll receive a receipt for the fair market value of the securities at the time of transfer.
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Reduce capital gains tax: Donating directly may help you avoid paying tax on capital gains.
