We partner with DonateStock to make donating stock simple, secure, and fast.
Donating appreciated stock is one of the most tax-smart ways to support Housing Families. A gift of stock can help families facing homelessness and housing insecurity access shelter, legal support, food, educational and therapeutic programs for children, and long-term housing stability.
Why Donate Stock?
When you donate appreciated securities directly to Housing Families, you may be able to:
- Avoid capital gains taxes
- Receive a charitable tax deduction
- Make a larger impact at no additional cost to you
Stock gifts help provide flexible funding so we can respond quickly to the needs of families and individuals across Greater Boston.
How to Donate Stock
Making a stock gift through DonateStock takes just a few minutes.
- Visit our Donation Page
- Use the button on the donation page to make a stock gift to Housing Families.
- Follow the secure instructions to complete your transfer
Once your donation is complete, you will receive a confirmation and tax receipt.
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Most publicly traded stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs can be donated through DonateStock.
Housing Families is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and stock donations are generally tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. We recommend consulting your financial or tax advisor regarding your specific situation.
If your stock has increased in value, donating it directly may allow you to avoid capital gains taxes while still receiving a charitable deduction.
Yes. DonateStock works with most major brokerage firms to facilitate electronic transfers.
Many stock donations can be completed in minutes, though transfer timing may vary depending on your brokerage firm.
Yes. Housing Families will provide acknowledgment of your donation for your records.
Yes. To ensure your gift is processed correctly, please initiate your donation directly through our DonateStock widget on our donation page rather than using old transfer instructions.
Please contact the Housing Families Development Team at communications@housingfamilies.org for assistance with your gift.
