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Cash
Gifts of cash are the most common form of contribution to Johns Hopkins. A gift of cash is easy to do and entitles you to a charitable deduction of up to 50% of your adjusted gross income.
Appreciated Securities
Appreciated stocks and bonds are also a popular asset donated to Johns Hopkins. That's because they're simple gifts and can offer you a greater tax benefit than an equivalent in cash. Using appreciated securities entitles you to a charitable deduction for the fair market value of the donated asset, and you avoid paying the capital gains tax you would pay if you sold the appreciated securities.
Real Estate
Almost any type of real estate with a minimum value of $50,000 may be donated, and carries the same advantages as gifts of appreciated securities. You can even donate your principal or vacation residence while retaining lifetime use.
Gifts that Pay an Income
A gift that pays income provides benefits to both giver and receiver. Gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and pooled income funds can provide donors or their designated beneficiary with an income stream, significant tax savings and the satisfaction of supplying the School of Medicine with vital long-term resources. These gifts can be funded with cash, appreciated securities,
or real estate.
Bequests
A bequest can be made through various estate vehicles such as a will, a trust, retirement plan benefits, or insurance policies. By making a bequest to the School of Medicine, you may secure an estate tax charitable deduction for the value of your gift. Best of all, you will know that your generosity will support the Hopkins mission for years to come.
To learn more about how a gift may be structured to your individual needs, or for a booklet describing how to incorporate life-income arrangements into your estate planning, call 410-516-0776.
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Interested in learning more about gift planning? Senior Class Representative Bill Jarrett, Med '58, shares his perspective. More...
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