Ways to Give
Your support helps us make a difference in the lives of individuals and families impacted by Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS). Explore the many ways you can give:
Online Mail-In Donor-Advised Funds Stock & Securities IRA Planned Corporate Crypto
Online Donations
Make a one-time or recurring gift quickly and securely through our website.
How to Give: Click the Donate Now button below and complete the form with your payment details.
Mail-In Donations
Prefer to give by check?
How to Give: Mail your gift to:
LGS Foundation
6030 Santo Road
Suite 1, Unit 420878
San Diego, CA 92142
Please include your contact information for acknowledgement.
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
Recommend a grant to the LGS Foundation directly from your DAF account.
How to Give: Log in to your DAF portal (e.g., Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable) and search for the LGS Foundation. Notify us of your gift at giving@lgsfoundation.org.
Tax Benefits: Contributions to your DAF are immediately tax-deductible. Grants from your DAF do not trigger additional taxes, making this a flexible and efficient way to give.
Stock and Securities
Donate appreciated stocks or mutual funds to avoid capital gains taxes while supporting our mission.
How to Give: Contact us at giving@lgsfoundation.org for transfer instructions, including our brokerage account details.
Tax Benefits: By donating appreciated securities, you can avoid paying capital gains taxes while receiving a tax deduction for the fair market value of the gift.
IRA Giving
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs): If you are 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA.
How to Give: Contact your IRA administrator and request a QCD to the LGS Foundation. Provide our legal name [Lennox-Gastuat Syndrome (LGS) Foundation] and EIN: 26-2051377.
Tax Benefits: QCDs are excluded from your taxable income and can count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), reducing your tax liability.
Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): For individuals required to take RMDs (starting at age 73), donating through a QCD can help satisfy your RMD and lower taxable income.
Planned Giving
Leave a legacy of hope through a planned gift.
Bequests: Name the LGS Foundation in your will or trust.
Retirement Accounts or Life Insurance: Designate us as a beneficiary.
How to Give: Speak with your estate planner or contact us at giving@lgsfoundation.org for assistance.
Tax Benefits: Planned gifts may reduce estate taxes and provide financial flexibility while leaving a lasting impact on our mission.
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Corporate Giving
Maximize your impact with support from your employer.
Matching Gifts: Many companies match employee donations dollar for dollar.
How to Give: Check with your HR department and submit a matching gift request.
In-Kind Donations: Donate goods or services to support our programs.
Learn more about matching gifts
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Cryptocurrency
Make a one-time or recurring gift quickly and securely through OpenNode.
How to Give: Click the Donate Now button Below and complete the form with your details.
Important Note
We recommend consulting with your tax professional or attorney for specific questions regarding tax benefits and how these giving options apply to your situation. Your gift—no matter the size or method—makes an incredible difference. Thank you for being part of the journey to find cures and improve lives.
For more information, please contact us at Giving@LGSFoundation.org.
The LGS Foundation is proud to be a top-rated charity, regularly reviewed and held accountable by independent third-party organizations, including:
The LGS Foundation is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. EIN: 26-2051377
Updated 12/18/24 (AM)