We know that the season calls many to maximize philanthropic support for tax purposes.  We hope that you will consider supporting St. Vincent in your year end charitable giving.  A gift can be made in many ways including the following:

Join the Cornette Society

The Cornette Society is made up of donors who make an unrestricted financial gift of $150+ to be used in areas of greatest need.  Gifts received by 12/31/08 will qualify for 2008 membership. 

Make a Planned Gift & Join the 1856 Society

With the rapidly changing estate tax laws, it’s important to evaluate and update your personal estate plans now. By including a bequest to St. Vincent, you can become a member of the 1856 Society, a distinguished group of philanthropists who have created a gift for the future.

IRA Charitable Rollover Extension (PDF link) 

Individuals 70½ and older can donate up to$100,000 from their traditional Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) or Roth IRAs to charities tax-free. The rollover must be completed prior to 12/31/08 in order to meet your IRS’s required minimum distribution (RMD) for 2008. 

For more information about making a year end gift contact Karen Thomas, Director of Annual Giving, at (213) 484-7209 or via email at karenthomas@dochs.org.