Create a Legacy

Five Talents is committed to making your gift arrangements rewarding and is dedicated to matching your philanthropic wishes with key impact opportunities. We invite you to contact us at any time, whether you have questions about our programs, suggestions for our staff or inquiries about giving options.

LEGACY FUNDS

Honor your loved one's legacy through a Five Talents Legacy Fund. Contact accountant@fivetalents.org to learn more or see our active lists of Legacy Funds below:

DONATE STOCK

Donating appreciated stocks, bonds or mutual funds is quick and may provide you with significant tax benefits. To make a gift of stock, your broker will need the following information:

National Financial Services
DTC# 0226
For the benefit of:
A/C# JAV-666366
Five Talents USA

For any transfer questions, please call our broker, Tim Danehower (703) 218-4015, at The Washington Group. Please also give us a call at (800) 670-6355 or (703) 242-6016 to let us know about your incoming stock gift so we can be aware and be on the lookout for it.

You may also use this form to submit your stock donation.

GIFTS FROM YOUR IRA

If you are 70 ½ or older, you can make a tax-free distribution of up to $100,000 from your traditional or Roth IRA to Five Talents.  This might be a good option for you if you do not need the additional income from your required minimum distributions.

Donor Advised Funds

Donate to Five Talents directly through Donor Advised Funds. Manage your charitable giving through this convenient, flexible, and cost-effective alternative to establishing a private foundation. Our Federal Tax ID is: 54-1940918. Click here to read more about how donor advised funds can work for you.

GIFTS THROUGH A BEQUEST

Create a legacy that reflects your values by making a bequest. Please contact Five Talents as you are drafting your will or trust, especially if you wish to restrict the purpose of your bequest.

GIFTS OF OTHER ASSETS

Five Talents is able to accept gifts of many other financial assets.  Please contact the Five Talents office directly if you would like to make a gift from one of the following assets:

  • Real estate

  • Retirement plan

  • Life insurance

  • Charitable lead trust

As with all financial decisions, we recommend you contact your financial or tax advisor for professional advice on the benefits of making a planned gift.  If you have already made a gift through your estate plan, please let us know.

Five Talents places a high priority on financial accountability.  We welcome you to review our list of certifications.