Ways to Give
There are so many ways to support Chicago Waldorf School through ensuring our ability to continue providing the gift of Waldorf education. Through our establishment of diverse and creative ways to give, we can provide the best options for your own giving to support the important work of CWS and the continued success of our students as they prepare for the future. Contact Carly Garcia for more information on any of these giving options, or to make a donation.
Gifts of Cash
The simplest way to give is to make a direct donation online through our Express Checkout. You may also write a check or give money through automatic funds transfer.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities
Giving stocks and bonds that have increased in value provides greater tax benefits than gifts of cash.
Gifts of Closely Held Stock
Donors wishing to make a gift of stock in a closely held corporation may benefit from tax breaks for appreciated stocks in a company that has significant cash reserves.
Gifts of Retirement Plans/ IRAs
Donors who participate in pension plans, Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), 401(k) plans, Keogh plans and other qualified retirement savings plans may designate Chicago Waldorf School as the death beneficiary. Gifts of retirement death benefits have tax advantages, as income taxes and estate taxes upon death are avoided.
Gifts of Life Insurance
Naming Chicago Waldorf School as the owner or beneficiary of a fully paid life insurance policy entitles you to a deduction equal top your cost basis in the policy or its replacement cost (whichever is less). A policy purchased to provide protection for dependent children or as part of a business partnership that is no longer needed for this purpose often provides an excellent giving opportunity.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
A charitable remainder trust provides income to the donor and/or other beneficiaries for life or a set term of years, leaving the remainder for CWS at the end of the trust.
Charitable Lead Trusts
A charitable lead trust provides income to CWS for a set term of years after which the remainder may be transferred to the donor’s family or heirs.
Gifts Through Bequests
In addition to its importance to family and others for whom you wish to provide, a bequest can be a wonderful way to help CWS continue its mission. A gift can be included in your original will or added as a codicil by your attorney at a later date. Gifts through wills are popular and easy to arrange.
Gifts of Real Estate
A gift of real estate can be almost any type of property; a residence, a vacation home, a farm, a commercial building, subdivision lots or other undeveloped land.