Why Make a Gift of Securities?
Making a gift of securities is a simple and powerful way to support the work of the Henri Nouwen Society. It also offers you a number of financial benefits:
You can easily donate appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual funds
The total value of the stock upon transfer is tax-deductible
There is no obligation to pay any capital gains taxes on the appreciation
Note: Individual situations vary so donors should consult their advisors
How to Make a Gift of Securities
Canadian Donors can give a stock by visiting Canada Helps.
Instructions for USA Donors:
Step 1: Complete your transfer
Contact the institution where your stocks are held and let them know you’d like to transfer the shares to the Henri Nouwen Society account at Vanguard. You may need the following information:
DTC # 0062
Henri Nouwen Society Account # 49497409
Should you require it, the HNS Employer Identification Number (EIN)/Federal Tax Identification Number (TIN) is 13-4014285.
If you or your broker have any technical questions regarding the transfer, please contact the Henri Nouwen Society at 1-866-226-2158 or lleake@henrinouwen.org
Step 2: Let us know about your gift of stock
Stock donations transferred to our account are not accompanied by donor information. To enable us to acknowledge your charitable donation of stock and send you a tax receipt, please be in touch. There are two easy options to provide your stock gift details. You can either:
Submit your gift information using our secure Online Stock Gift Notification Form below.
OR
Download our Stock Gifts Notification Form and mail the completed form to:
Henri Nouwen Society
Attn: Tammy Friesen
PO Box 220522
St. Louis MO 63122
As soon as your stock donation gift is identified, we will send you an acknowledgment letter in the mail.
Many thanks for your generosity!