WAYS TO GIVE

Cash Donations

Most gifts to the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation take this form, and it is as easy as writing a check. Checks should be made payable to the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation, P.O. Box 124, Medford, OR 97501. Your receipt for any contributions to this charitable organization will be sent immediately. You may also make contributions via Visa or MasterCard by phoning 541-774-2401.

Gifts of Appreciated Property

With careful planning, charitable gifts of long-term appreciated securities or real estate can create very favorable tax benefits.

Bequests

Gifts via wills and bequests can provide you with an opportunity to honor and sustain your family name in conjunction with the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation’s name recognition program. The Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation will work with you and your attorney to provide the language necessary to insure that your intentions are clearly expressed.

Life Income/Charitable Trusts

Charitable Trusts and charitable gift annuities offer an opportunity to make a substantial gift to the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation without forfeiting the annual income produced.

Matching Gifts

Many companies will match your contribution to the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation. Submit your company’s matching gift form with your contribution and it can significantly increase your support and associated giving level.

Life Insurance

Many people own some form of life insurance. Life insurance can play a very important part in planned charitable giving.  Life insurance for charitable purposes can be accomplished by 1) the transfer of ownership of an existing policy to the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation, or 2) the purchase of life insurance which names the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation as the beneficiary and/or owner.

Gifts-In-Kind

Gifts of good or services can be of great financial assistance to the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation, while offering the donor a tax dedication for the fair market value of the gift.

Please consult your tax advisor for further information.