Why Donate Securities?
When you donate publicly traded stocks, bonds, or mutual funds to FH Canada, you transform your investment into immediate change. It is a partnership of stewardship that honours your generosity and accelerates the work in the communities we serve.
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The Stewardship Advantage
Gifting securities allows your generosity to go much
further than a traditional cash gift
further than a traditional cash gift
- Eliminate Capital Gains Tax: when you transfer shares “in-kind” directly to FH Canada, the capital gains tax is entirely eliminated.
- Receive a Full-Value Tax Receipt: You receive a charitable tax receipt for the full market value of the shares on the day they reach our account.
- Direct 100% of Your Gift to the Mission: Because a portion of your investment isn’t lost to taxes, the full value of your gift stays dedicated to building resilient communities.
How to Make Your Gift
Giving is simple and can be completed in three easy steps.1. Download the Form
Click the button below to access our Gift of Securities Transfer Form. This document contains all the brokerage information your advisor will need. [DOWNLOAD FORM]
Click the button below to access our Gift of Securities Transfer Form. This document contains all the brokerage information your advisor will need. [DOWNLOAD FORM]
2. Instruct Your Broker
Send the completed form to your financial advisor or broker. They will initiate the electronic transfer of shares from your account to FH Canada’s account.
Send the completed form to your financial advisor or broker. They will initiate the electronic transfer of shares from your account to FH Canada’s account.
3. Notify FH Canada
To ensure we can identify your gift and issue your tax receipt promptly, please email a copy of the completed form to finance@fhcanada.org.
To ensure we can identify your gift and issue your tax receipt promptly, please email a copy of the completed form to finance@fhcanada.org.
Comparison Table: Why It’s Smarter to Give Stocks
The chart below is an example of how donating shares directly to FH Canada can increase the impact of your gift, but every situation will vary. Talk with your financial advisor to understand the specific impact of your donation.| Action | Sell Stock & Donate Cash | Donate Stock Directly (In-kind) |
|---|---|---|
| Market Value | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Capital Gains Tax | ~$1,250 (Approx.) | $0 |
| Impact to Mission | $8,750 | $10,000 |
| Your Tax Receipt | $8,750 | $10,000 |
A Legacy of Hope
Naming FH Canada as a beneficiary of securities in your Will is a powerful way to reduce the tax burden on your estate while leaving a lasting legacy of compassion for the next generation. [Learn More About Legacy Giving]We’re Here to Help
If you or your financial advisor have any questions regarding the transfer process, please reach out to our team.Email: finance@fhcanada.org
Phone: 1-800-667-0605
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM PST
Note: FH Canada recommends that you consult with your financial advisor or tax professional to determine the specific tax benefits of donating securities based on your personal financial situation.