Popular tax-smart gifts
Baykeeper supporters are increasingly choosing to give non-cash assets, so they can have a bigger impact for San Francisco Bay at less cost to them.
Explore tax-smart gift options
Learn about gifts that maximize the impact of your support for San Francisco Bay while providing tax benefits for you!
Stocks and securities
You may avoid paying capital gains taxes by donating stock or mutual funds, and you’ll support Baykeeper’s fight for pollution-free Bay Area communities.
Donor Advised Funds
Easily recommend grants to San Francisco Baykeeper for tax-efficient giving that ensures people and wildlife around the Bay can thrive.
Cryptocurrency
Donate Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more to save on taxes and make a big impact to protect San Francisco Bay.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and a healthy, resilient San Francisco Bay.
Real Estate
Donate real estate to protect San Francisco Bay, unlocking the hidden potential of your property’s value.
Retained Life Estate
Secure your home’s future through a Retained Life Estate, ensuring a protected Bay while residing in your property.
Your Legacy for San Francisco Bay
Planned giving is one of the most powerful ways to protect the San Francisco Bay you love—now and for the future.
Your legacy can help create:
• A clean and safe Bay for the next generation
• A healthy Bay teeming with fish and wildlife
• Bay Area communities free from pollution, where all residents can thrive
We’re here to help you meet your goals!
Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.
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More ways to make an impact
Gifts in a will or trust
Donations in your will or trust that reflect your values – like environmental protection – are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will (for free!).
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold, while also supporting a thriving San Francisco Bay.
Gifts that pay you back
Give assets to defend San Francisco Bay while providing yourself or others with income for a period of time or distributions at a later date.