A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable giving account that offers an easy and flexible way to support the Sharon Land Trust’s mission of conserving the land and trails that define our region. You can recommend grants to the Sharon Land Trust at any time while enjoying immediate tax benefits for your contribution to the DAF.

Why Give Through a DAF?

  • Immediate Tax Benefits: You receive a tax deduction when you contribute to your DAF, and you can recommend grants to Sharon Land Trust over time.
  • Simplified Giving: A DAF allows you to centralize your charitable giving, making it easy to manage and distribute your contributions.
  • Flexible Support: You can make grant recommendations when it works best for you, ensuring your contributions have the greatest impact.

How to Recommend a Grant:

  1. Contact your DAF provider (such as Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, or your community foundation) and recommend a grant to Sharon Land Trust.
  2. Use the following information when making your recommendation:
    • Legal Name: Sharon Land Trust, Inc.
    • Tax ID: 06-1069118
    • Address: PO Box 1027, Sharon, CT  06069
  3. Let us know about your grant so we can thank you and ensure it is used for the purpose you intend.

Questions?
For more information on giving through your DAF, please contact us at info@sharonlandtrust.org.

If you’re 70½ or older, you can take advantage of tax savings while supporting the Sharon Land Trust by making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA. 

Why Donate From Your IRA?

  • Tax-Free Giving: Your distribution is excluded from taxable income, which can help lower your overall tax burden.
  • Meet RMD Requirements: This type of gift helps meet your required minimum distribution (RMD) without increasing your taxable income, allowing you to meet your RMD while supporting land conservation.
  • Simple Process: Your financial institution can transfer your gift directly to Sharon Land Trust.

How to Make an IRA Gift:

  1. Contact your IRA administrator to initiate a qualified charitable distribution to Sharon Land Trust.
  2. Provide them with the following information:
    • Legal Name: Sharon Land Trust, Inc.
    • Tax ID: 06-1069118
    • Address: P.O. Box 1027, Sharon, CT  06069
  3. Let us know about your IRA gift so we can properly acknowledge your contribution and ensure it supports the programs you care about.

Have Questions?
For more information about making a qualified contribution from your IRA, please consult your financial advisor and/or IRA administrator and reach out to us at info@sharonlandtrust.org for any additional information your advisor or administrator may need.

Donating appreciated stock or securities is a tax-efficient way to support the Sharon Land Trust’s conservation work. By transferring stock, you can avoid capital gains taxes and potentially deduct the full market value of the securities on your tax return.

Benefits of Donating Stock:

  • Tax Savings: When you donate appreciated stock, you may avoid capital gains tax and receive a charitable deduction for the full market value of the stock.
  • Greater Impact: Stock donations allow you to make a larger contribution than you might be able to with cash alone, while still reaping tax benefits.
  • Easy Process: We work with you and your financial advisor to ensure a smooth transfer of assets.

How to Donate Stock:

  1. Contact your broker to initiate the transfer of shares to Sharon Land Trust.
  2. Provide them with our information (available upon request).
  3. Notify us at info@sharonlandtrust.org once the transfer is initiated, so we can ensure your gift is processed and acknowledged properly.

Ready to Give?
For more information on making a stock donation, contact us at info@sharonlandtrust.org, or consult your financial advisor to explore this tax-advantageous way to support land conservation.

Did you know that many companies will match your donation to the Sharon Land Trust, doubling—or even tripling—your impact at no additional cost to you? Employer matching gift programs are a great way to maximize the effectiveness of your generosity.

How It Works:

  • Check with your HR department to see if your company offers a matching gift program.
  • Follow your company’s procedure for matching gifts—this often involves filling out a simple form or submitting proof of your donation.
  • Notify Sharon Land Trust, and we’ll make sure your matched donation is processed correctly.

Common Matching Gift Programs:

  • Many companies match dollar-for-dollar on your donation.
  • Some employers match gifts from retirees and spouses as well.
  • Some companies even match volunteer hours, providing additional support for the time you give.

Need Help?
If you need assistance with the matching gift process, feel free to contact us at info@sharonlandtrust.org. We’re happy to help you make the most of your company’s matching program.

Partnering with the Sharon Land Trust as a corporate sponsor is a powerful way to demonstrate your commitment to land conservation while gaining visibility in the community. Your business can help us protect critical habitats, maintain trails, and connect people to the outdoors.

Why Sponsor the Sharon Land Trust?

  • Community Engagement: Sponsorship aligns your brand with a respected local organization, showing your customers and employees that you care about preserving natural spaces.
  • Brand Exposure: Gain exposure through our events, programs, and outreach, reaching a dedicated and engaged audience who shares our values.
  • Make a Difference: Your corporate sponsorship directly supports land conservation, from protecting wildlife to ensuring our trails remain open for public enjoyment.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

  • Event Sponsorship: Support our annual events and receive recognition in event materials, on our website, and in promotional outreach.
  • Program Sponsorship: Partner with us to support specific conservation programs, trail maintenance efforts, or educational initiatives.
  • Custom Sponsorships: We’ll work with you to create a sponsorship package that aligns with your goals and delivers meaningful results for your business and the community.

Ready to Become a Corporate Partner?
For more information on sponsorship levels and benefits, contact us at info@sharonlandtrust.org. Together, we can protect the land we love.