Donate To Penny Forward

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Donate By Mail

Make checks payable to “Penny Forward Inc.”
Mail to:
400 S. 4th St
STE #410
PMB 69694
Minneapolis, MN 55415-1419










Become a Sponsor





Invest in the success of the blind community by becoming a sponsor. Sponsorship packages start at just $500 annually and include your link on our web site and email newsletter and acknowledgements in our podcast and all public events. Learn More About Sponsorship Packages













Make Your Impact with Donor-Advised Funds





If you manage a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), you have a unique opportunity to support the financial empowerment of the blind community. By directing a portion of your DAF to Penny Forward, you help us provide crucial financial education and resources to those who need them most. Your generosity ensures that more individuals can access our self-paced courses, weekly workshops, and personalized financial counseling.





How to Donate





    

  • Direct Your DAF to Donate: Contact your fund administrator and recommend a grant to Penny Forward Inc. Our EIN is 87-2376924
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  • Notify Us: Once you’ve made your recommendation, please let us know by emailing us at donations@pennyforward.com or calling us at 1 (888) 332-5558. This allows us to track the donation and acknowledge your generous support properly.
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Support Through Qualified Charitable Distributions





Are you 70½ years old or older with an IRA? You can make a tax-wise contribution to Penny Forward by using a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). This method allows you to donate directly from your IRA to Penny Forward, potentially reducing your taxable income and fulfilling part of your required minimum distribution (RMD).





How to Contribute via QCD





    

  • Contact Your IRA Custodian: Request a direct transfer from your IRA to Penny Forward Inc. Our EIN is 87-2376924. Our DTC number is 0226. Our account number is Z40415008.
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  • Inform Us of Your Gift: Let us know about your contribution by emailing donations@pennyforward.com or calling us at 1 (888) 332-5558. This will help us acknowledge your generous support and ensure that your donation is used as you intend.
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By choosing to donate through a QCD, you’re not only benefiting from potential tax advantages but also significantly impacting the lives of those in the blind community by supporting essential financial education services.













Amplify Your Impact Through Workplace Giving





Many employers offer workplace giving programs that can double or even triple the impact of your donation to Penny Forward. Through payroll deductions or employer matching gift programs, you can support our mission of providing comprehensive financial education to the blind community easily and effectively.









How to Donate Through Workplace Giving





    

  • Check with Your Employer: Ask your HR department if your company has a workplace giving program and if Penny Forward Inc. is one of the eligible nonprofits. Our EIN is 87-2376924.
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  • Set Up Payroll Deductions: If available, arrange for payroll deductions to make automatic donations directly from your paycheck.
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  • Request Employer Matching: If your employer offers matching gifts, fill out the necessary forms to have your donation to Penny Forward Inc. matched, doubling the support without extra cost to you.
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By participating in workplace giving, you not only enhance your contribution but also spread awareness of our cause within your workplace.













Support Penny Forward with a Gift of Securities





Make a lasting impact on the financial education of the blind community by donating securities to Penny Forward. Gifts of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds are not only a generous way to contribute, but they can also provide you with significant financial benefits, including tax advantages.









How to Donate Securities





    

  • Initiate the Transfer: Contact your broker to initiate a direct transfer of securities. You will need the following details:

      

    • DTC Number: 0226
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    • Account Number: Z40415008
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  • Inform Us of Your Gift: To ensure that we can acknowledge your generous donation and provide you with a receipt for your tax records, please notify us of your transfer. You can do this by emailing us at donations@pennyforward.com with the details of the securities being transferred.
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  • Tax Benefits: Your gift of securities is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our EIN for your tax records is 87-2376924.
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Your support helps Penny Forward continue providing valuable financial education and resources to the blind community. For any assistance or further information about donating securities, please contact us at donations@pennyforward.com or call 888-332-5558. Thank you for your support and generosity!