We believe that all children, regardless of their disabilities, deserve an opportunity to participate in every facet of life. Because of our generous donors, we are able to reach countless children who otherwise may not benefit from the advances available to help them reach their full potential.

PLANNED GIVING

Planned Giving is a technique that allows benefactors to help Boys Town National Research Hospital while enhancing their personal financial situation by integrating charitable gifts into a total financial plan. There are numerous state and federal tax laws that encourage charity, and Planned Giving helps people receive the maximum benefit from these laws.

One type of Planned giving is a Deferred Gift. In its simplest form, a Deferred Gift is one in which assets are turned over to the Home, either permanently or for a set time, but the donor retains some of the rights of ownership. Thus, donors have the satisfaction of helping Boys Town National Research Hospital while enjoying many financial and tax advantages.

Deferred Gifts can be used as commitments to campaigns and to special projects, such as new facilities and Family/Home support. They can be allocated to either current funds or to capital. For example, if you would like to memorialize someone you love, you may do so using a Deferred Gift to establish an endowed scholarship in the person's name.

What kind of Assets can I use to fund a gift?

CASH

Cash is the easiest of all assets to be given as a gift. Cash donations also allow you to take a tax deduction of up to 50 percent of your adjusted gross income. Any excess can be carried forward into subsequent years.

SECURITIES

If you have securities that have appreciated in value but produce a low rate of return, you can transfer them toBoys Town National Research Hospital as your gift and avoid all or part of the capital gains tax. Your gift will be credited at current market value.

REAL ESTATE

Whether you are donating a primary residence, a vacation home, a commercial building, or vacant land, they all are eligible to be credited at current market value. In addition, you are entitled to a reduction in the capital gains tax you might have paid had you sold the real estate.

What if I want to Continue Living In The House I want to give to Boys Town National Research Hospital?