Giving Opportunities


Gifts of Cash
Many gifts to CISDR Endowment are in cash. Cash gifts may be made outright or pledged for payment spanning one to five years. For the accuracy of your records and those of the Endowment, pledges should be made in writing by the use of a pledge card.


Gifts of Securities
Appreciated securities include publicly traded or closely held (private) stock that has escalated in market value since purchase. Corporate, tax-exempt, and zero-coupon bonds are also valuable marketable securities. A donor may donate stock then repurchase it at the current market value.


Gifts of Property
A gift of appreciated property, such as securities and real estate, is a powerful way of deriving benefits for CISDR and the donor. Not only does CISDR receive a gift of property, but the donor can take significant income tax deductions. With respect to long-term capital gain securities or real property, the donor can attain income tax deductions equal to the fair market value of the gift on the date of the gift and also avoid income tax on any capital gain built into the property.


Named Memorial Gifts and Living Tributes
Gifts to the CISDR Endowment in memory of individuals and living tributes require no minimum dollar amount. They may honor an individual or family and help sustain CISDR.


Matching Gifts
Matching gifts multiply the benefits to CISDR Endowment. Hundreds of corporations will match gifts made by their employees and associates. Please check with your Human Resources Coordinator to determine if your employer sponsors such a program.

For additional information or to obtain a pledge card, contact Betsy Holland, Director of Development at 214-827-0955 ext. 234 or betsya@cisdallas.org.