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  • Charter Schools | Cornerstone Charter

    Learn what charter schools are, how they serve students, and why Cornerstone Charter School offers a free, public, literacy-first option for NH families. Charter School Myths and Truths Myth: Charter schools are private schools. Truth : Charter schools are public schools. NH charter schools are tuition-free and open to all NH students. Tuition options are available for out-of-state students.

  • Our Charter | Cornerstone Charter

    Learn how Cornerstone Charter School’s state-approved charter, approved by the NH Board of Education, guides our literacy-first mission and public K–8 education. Cornerstone's Charter The New Hampshire Board of Education approved Cornerstone's charter on January 9, 2025. We will welcome K-3 students in September 2026 and add one grade level each year until we reach grade 8. We are dedicated to providing an education based on the science of how children learn to read, utilizing the Orton-Gillingham Approach and a knowledge-building curriculum to ensure every child learns to read and think critically. READ OUR CHARTER HERE

  • Cryptocurrency | Cornerstone Charter

    Cornerstone Charter School accepts cryptocurrency donations as a fast, secure, and tax-efficient way to support our mission. Your crypto gift helps us expand access to a free, literacy-first public education for New Hampshire students. Donating digital assets is simple and may offer added tax benefits. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future CRYPTOCURRENCY Cryptocurrency Make a Secure Online Donation As giving methods evolve, more supporters are choosing to donate through digital assets like cryptocurrency. If you hold crypto and want to support Cornerstone’s mission in a tax-smart, forward-thinking way, this option may be right for you. Back to Ways to Donate Donate Cryptocurrency to Cornerstone Chartered Public School Making a crypto donation to Cornerstone supports our mission to empower children in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire to become strong readers, thinkers, and leaders with an equitable, free, literacy-first public education. How can I donate cryptocurrency to Cornerstone? Donating crypto is safe, easy, and fast. Using the donation form on this page, making a charitable gift is a quick three-step process: Select your preferred crypto and enter your gift amount. Enter your email address and basic information. Make your gift! Upon making a donation, you can elect to receive an automatically generated tax receipt that will be sent to the email address you provide after a certain number of confirmations of the transaction on the blockchain. This confirmation of your donation will help you close the loop when calculating your taxes. Crypto charitable donations are processed quickly and safely with The Giving Block and Gemini Trust Exchange. Want to calculate how much crypto to donate to offset your capital gains? Check out this Tax Benefit Calculator for Crypto Donations . Which cryptocurrencies do you accept? We currently accept more than 100 cryptocurrencies, including: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), 0x (ZRX), Aave (AAVE), Alchemix (MIST), Amp (AMP), Ankr (ANKR), ApeCoin (APE), API3 (API3), Avalanche (AVAX), Axie Infinity Shards (AXS), BarnBridge (BOND), Basic Attention Token (BAT), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), ChainLink (LINK), Chiliz (CHZ), Compound (COMP), Curve Dao Token (CRV), Dai (DAI), Decentraland (MANA), Dogecoin (DOGE), Dogelon Mars (ELON), Enjin Coin (ENJ), Ethereum Name Service (ENS), Fantom (FTM), Fetch.ai (FET), Filecoin (FIL), Gala (GALA), Galxe (GAL), Gemini Dollar (GUSD), Injective (INJ), Lido (LDO), Litecoin (LTC), Livepeer (LPT), Loopring (LRC), Maker (MKR), Mask Network (MASK), Orchid (OXT), PAX Gold (PAXG), Polkadot (DOT), Polygon (MATIC), Qredo (QRDO), Quant (QNT), Radicle (RAD), Rally (RLY), Ren (REN), Render Token (RNDR), Samoyedcoin (SAMO), Shiba Inu (SHIB), Skale (SKL), Solana (SOL), Somnium Space (CUBE), STEPN (GMT), Storj (STORJ), SushiSwap (SUSHI), Synthetix (SNX), Tezos (XTZ), The Graph (GRT), The Sandbox (SAND), Tune.FM (JAM), UMA (UMA), Uniswap (UNI), USD Coin (USD), Tether (USDT), XRP (XRP), Yearn.finance (YFI), Zcash (ZEC) We are continually adding support for new cryptocurrencies, so please check back soon for more giving options. I need assistance with my donation. How can I get in touch? Thank you for your interest in supporting Cornerstone! To contact us about making a cryptocurrency donation, please send an email to [email protected] with the subject line “Crypto Donation," or complete the contact form, and we will be in touch. Refund Policy All crypto donations made via The Giving Block are non-refundable. Because cryptocurrency gifts are processed as charitable contributions, we’re unable to issue refunds. No goods, services, or airdrops will be provided in return for your donation. We accept donations in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 100 additional leading cryptocurrencies. Building New Hampshire's Home for Literacy and Learning A gift of cryptocurrency can help us purchase and renovate Cornerstone’s permanent school home in Lebanon, New Hampshire, creating vibrant classrooms where every child builds a strong foundation in reading, thinking, and leadership. As the only K-8 public charter school in the Upper Valley focused on structured literacy, experiential learning, and the Science of Reading, Cornerstone provides a content-rich, knowledge-building education designed to close achievement gaps and empower lifelong learners. Every gift moves us closer to opening vibrant classrooms where every child can thrive. What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What is it? Crypto Philanthropy is a new and thrilling fundraising avenue for nonprofit organizations like Cornerstone. With more than 600 million crypto users worldwide and the value of many cryptocurrencies on the rise, the crypto community is poised to make a significant impact through philanthropy. Why it is a good option: Crypto donations are a great fit for individuals who’ve seen their digital assets grow in value and want to give in a tax-smart way. If you’re looking for a fast, secure, and potentially tax-efficient method of giving, donating crypto may be ideal. Benefits: Avoid capital gains taxes by donating appreciated crypto directly Receive a charitable income tax deduction for the full fair market value of the asset (if held for more than one year) Make an impact while diversifying your portfolio Quick and secure transaction process through The Giving Block & Gemini Trust Exchange CONTACT US Back to Ways to Donate

  • Donor-Advised Funds | Cornerstone Charter

    Support Cornerstone Charter School through a donor-advised fund. Recommend a grant, create lasting impact, and help build a strong future for NH students. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS (DAF) Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) Click Here to Make a Secure Online Donation Looking for a simple way to make a lasting impact? A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) allows you to support Cornerstone Charter School while enjoying the flexibility and tax benefits of strategic giving. Back to Ways to Donate Make a Donation from Your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) to Cornerstone Chartered Public School Making a DAF donation to Cornerstone supports our mission to empower children in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire to become strong readers, thinkers, and leaders with an equitable, free, literacy-first public education. Building New Hampshire's Home for Literacy and Learning Your generous gift will help us purchase and renovate Cornerstone’s permanent school home in Lebanon, New Hampshire, creating vibrant classrooms where every child builds a strong foundation in reading, thinking, and leadership. As the only K-8 public charter school in the Upper Valley focused on structured literacy using the Orton-Gillingham Approach and project-based learning, Cornerstone provides a content-rich, knowledge-building education designed to close achievement gaps and empower lifelong learners. Every gift moves us closer to opening vibrant classrooms where every child can thrive. How can I donate DAFs to Cornerstone? Donating from your donor-advised fund is safe, easy, and fast. Using the donation form on this page, making a charitable gift is a quick five-step process: Select the DAF ticker and confirm the company name in the Donation Form. Enter your gift amount. Enter your email and address info for the receipt. Enter your brokerage account information. Virtually sign & make your gift! Upon making a donation, you can elect to receive an automatically generated receipt that will be sent to the email address you provide. Grants and donations from your DAF are processed quickly and safely with The Giving Block. I need assistance with my donation. How can I get in touch? Thank you for your interest in supporting Cornerstone! To contact us about making a DAF donation, please send an email to [email protected] with the subject line “DAF Donation," or complete the contact form, and we will be in touch. Refund Policy All DAF donations made through The Giving Block are final and non-refundable. Because these gifts are processed as charitable contributions, Cornerstone is unable to reverse or refund transactions once completed. No goods, services, or other benefits are provided in exchange for stock donations. Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable giving account that allows you to make a tax-deductible donation to a sponsoring organization, such as Fidelity Charitable or Schwab Charitable, and then recommend grants to your favorite nonprofits over time. Why it is a good option: A DAF offers a simple, flexible, and tax-efficient way to manage your philanthropy. You can contribute cash, stock, or other assets, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then support Cornerstone Charter School and other causes you care about at your own pace. Benefits: Immediate tax deduction for your contribution, even if you choose to give later. Flexibility to recommend grants when it’s most meaningful to you. Your fund sponsor handles all recordkeeping, receipts, and investment management. You can support multiple charities from one account. You choose whether your grants are recognized publicly or remain anonymous. CONTACT US Back to Ways to Donate

  • Stocks & Mutual Funds | Cornerstone Charter

    Make a tax-smart gift to Cornerstone Charter School by donating stocks or mutual funds. Support our mission and help build a strong future for NH students. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future STOCKS & MUTUAL FUNDS Gifts of Stock & Mutual Funds Make a Secure Online Donation Donating appreciated securities, such as stocks or mutual funds, is a powerful way to t urn Investments into opportunities for students . Instead of selling these assets and paying capital gains taxes, you can donate them directly, creating significant tax advantages while making a lasting difference for students in the Upper Valley. Back to Ways to Donate Donate Stock to Cornerstone Chartered Public School Making a stock donation to Cornerstone supports our mission to empower children in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire to become strong readers, thinkers, and leaders with an equitable, free, literacy-first public education. Building New Hampshire's Home for Literacy and Learning Your generous gift will help us purchase and renovate Cornerstone’s permanent school home in Lebanon, New Hampshire, creating vibrant classrooms where every child builds a strong foundation in reading, thinking, and leadership. As the only K-8 public charter school in the Upper Valley focused on structured literacy using the Orton-Gillingham Approach and project-based learning, Cornerstone provides a content-rich, knowledge-building education designed to close achievement gaps and empower lifelong learners. Every gift moves us closer to opening vibrant classrooms where every child can thrive. How can I donate stock to Cornerstone? Donating stock is safe and easy. Using the donation form on this page, making a charitable gift is a quick five-step process: Select your stock ticker and confirm the company name in the donation form. Enter your gift amount. Enter your email and address information for the receipt. Enter your brokerage account information. Virtually sign & make your gift! Upon making a donation, you will receive an email notification from The Giving Bloc k that your gift is being processed. In rare circumstances, you may need to take action with your broker. The email will have instructions on any next steps. Charitable donations of stock are processed safely and typically within 6-8 business days with The Giving Block in partnership with Renaissance Charitable Foundation. Processing times may be longer during December or when handling restricted stock. Want to calculate how much stock to donate to offset your capital gains? Check out this Tax Benefit Calculator for Stock Donations. Which stocks do you accept? We currently accept publicly traded, domestic common stock. We are continually adding support for new assets to donate, so please check back soon for more giving options. Are stock donations tax-deductible? Yes! Stock donations are one of the most tax-efficient ways to make a charitable gift. Your stock donation is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law; if you pay taxes in the U.S., by making a charitable gift, you may also be eligible to significantly reduce what you would otherwise owe in capital gains taxes. As with any tax-related questions, be sure to consult with a qualified, professional tax advisor. I need assistance with my donation. How can I get in touch? Thank you for your interest in supporting Cornerstone! To contact us about making a stock donation, please send an email to [email protected] with the subject line “Stock Donation," or complete the contact form, and we will be in touch. Refund Policy All stock donations made through The Giving Block are final and non-refundable. Because these gifts are processed as charitable contributions, Cornerstone is unable to reverse or refund transactions once completed. No goods, services, or other benefits are provided in exchange for stock donations. CONTACT US Publicly Traded Stock What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: Shares in companies that are bought and sold on the open market (e.g., Apple, Disney). Why it’s a good option: If you’ve owned the stock for more than a year, and it has appreciated in value, donating it can help you avoid capital gains tax and may also provide a charitable tax deduction. Benefits: No capital gains tax on the donated shares Potential charitable deduction for the fair market value Ability to rebalance your portfolio while supporting Cornerstone Mutual Funds What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A collection of stocks or bonds that are pooled together (e.g., Vanguard 500 Index Fund, Fidelity Growth Fund). Why it’s a good option: Like stocks, if you’ve owned mutual fund shares for more than a year, you may be able to donate them directly and avoid capital gains taxes. Benefits: No capital gains tax on appreciated shares Potential charitable deduction for the fair market value A simple way to give through existing investments Privately Held Stock What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: Shares in a business that aren’t traded on a public exchange. Why it’s a good option: For individuals who hold privately owned business shares, this gift may reduce their taxable estate or avoid capital gains taxes. These gifts can be more complex, but they may offer significant benefits. Benefits: No capital gains tax Potential charitable deduction Opportunity to make a transformational gift using non-cash assets Back to Ways to Donate

  • One Time or Recurring Cash Gifts | Cornerstone Charter

    Make a one-time or recurring gift to Cornerstone Charter School. Support our mission, strengthen literacy, and help build a strong future for NH students. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future READ OUR CASE FOR SUPPORT ONE-TIME OR RECURRING CASH GIFTS One-Time or Recurring Cash Gifts At Cornerstone Chartered Public School, every donation plays a vital role in empowering children to achieve their full potential through the transformative power of literacy. Make an immediate impact through a secure donation online or by check using the secure form below. Please give generously! Cornerstone is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our tax ID is 33-4632957. Checks may be sent to: Cornerstone Chartered Public School PO Box 129 Lyme, NH 03768 Make a Secure Online Donation Back to Ways to Donate Your support powers Cornerstone’s Build the Foundation Campaign Please help us reach our $1M goal by the end of January to renovate our future school home, as part of our $15M plan to purchase the building and sustain long-term operations. Recurring monthly gifts make the biggest impact by providing steady, reliable funding we can count on. Please give generously and help us build a permanent home for Cornerstone’s students! Back to Ways to Donate

  • Tangible Personal Property | Cornerstone Charter

    Give meaningful support to Cornerstone Charter School through gifts of tangible personal property. Make an impact with items that benefit our mission and students. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY Tangible Personal Property Click Here to Make a Gift Beyond cash or securities, many people hold valuable personal property that can make a meaningful difference. Donating assets such as art, jewelry, antiques, or collectibles is a powerful way to support Cornerstone’s mission while also receiving tax benefits. Back to Ways to Donate Gifts of Personal Property What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: Personal property refers to valuable items you own that can be donated to Cornerstone instead of selling them. Examples include fine art, jewelry, antiques, collector cars, coins and stamps, instruments, manuscripts, and other collectibles. Why is it a good option: This option is ideal for donors who own high-value items they may otherwise sell, pass to family, or give away. It’s especially helpful for assets that are unique and may be difficult to sell without professional assistance. Benefits: Potential charitable income tax deduction based on fair market value Possible elimination of capital gains tax on appreciated property Removal of the asset from your taxable estate Interested in learning more? Back to Ways to Donate Learn how your gift can make a lasting impact for Cornerstone students. Reach out to Rick Peck at [email protected], or complete the contact form. CONTACT US

  • Real Estate | Cornerstone Charter

    Real estate gifts are a powerful way to support Cornerstone. Donors can give property they no longer need—homes, land, rentals, or commercial space—often receiving significant tax benefits. Cornerstone partners with Realty Gift Fund to make the process simple, secure, and professionally managed. Your property can create a lasting impact for students and our school’s future. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future REAL ESTATE Gifts of Real Estate Donating real estate can be a powerful way to support Cornerstone while providing significant benefits to you. We make it easy through our partnership with The Realty Gift Fund , the largest nonprofit created exclusively to facilitate gifts of real estate. We can accept real estate donations of any type. . . anywhere! Your gift of property can help build a strong foundation for generations of students to come. Back to Ways to Donate Make a Gift of Real Estate Outright Gift What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: An outright gift of real estate is equal to 100% of the ownership, whether the donor is a single entity or comprises multiple parties. You donate a property (home, land, or commercial real estate) directly to Cornerstone. The property is then sold, and the proceeds support our mission. Why it is a good option: By transferring the property directly to Cornerstone through The Realty Gift Fund, you avoid the time, expense, and uncertainty of selling it yourself. You also receive an immediate charitable deduction for the full fair market value of the property (subject to IRS limits), while eliminating capital gains tax and transaction costs. Because the property is sold by a nonprofit, more of its value goes toward your charitable goals, often creating a total cash benefit greater than what you would receive through a private sale. It’s a practical, tax-efficient way to turn an illiquid asset into lasting educational impact for students. Benefits of Donating Real Estate: Eliminates capital gains taxes on appreciated property. Eliminates all transaction costs (other than the required appraisal). Offloads the burden of selling a complex or hard-to-liquidate asset to a trusted third party. Simplifies your portfolio by converting a complex asset into meaningful impact. Maximizes your charitable giving , as outright gifts often create a total cash benefit, shared between you and Cornerstone, that can exceed the property’s market value. Partial Interest Gift What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A Partial Interest Gift lets you donate a portion of your property, rather than the entire property, to Cornerstone. The ownership is shared between you and Cornerstone based on the percentage you choose to give. Why it is a good option: You receive a charitable tax deduction for the appraised value of the portion you donate, and that gift portion is free from capital gains tax. During the time you co-own the property, each party covers its share of expenses and receives its share of any income. When the property is sold, both you and Cornerstone receive your respective shares of the sale proceeds. Because the nonprofit’s share is sold tax-free, more of the property’s value supports charitable work. Benefits: A key advantage of this type of gift is that you may be able to defer capital gains taxes on your remaining share through a 1031 exchange, allowing you to reinvest your proceeds tax-deferred. Bargain Sale What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A Bargain Sale Gift combines elements of a sale and a donation. You sell your property to Cornerstone for less than its full market value. The difference between the property’s appraised value and the sale price is considered a charitable contribution. Why it is a good option: A Bargain Sale allows you to receive immediate cash from the sale while also supporting Cornerstone’s mission. It’s ideal for donors who want to make a significant gift but also need some liquidity from their property. Benefits: Immediate cash proceeds from the sale Charitable tax deduction for the donated portion of the property’s value Reduced or eliminated capital gains taxes on the gifted portion A straightforward transaction that converts part of your property into a lasting educational impact Flexible option helps meet both personal financial goals and charitable intentions Retained Life Estate What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A Retained Life Estate Gift lets you donate your home, vacation property, or farm to Cornerstone now, while continuing to live in and use it for the rest of your life. Why it is a good option: A Retained Life Estate Gift allows you to make a meaningful future gift to Cornerstone while continuing to live in and enjoy your home, vacation property, or farm for life. You transfer ownership now, but keep the right to use the property for as long as you wish. It’s a way to create a lasting legacy without changing your lifestyle. Benefits: Immediate tax deduction for the appraised value of Cornerstone’s future interest. Continue living in your home or using your property for life. Maintain control of the property’s upkeep and use while you live there. Remove the property from your estate, potentially reducing estate taxes. Guarantee a future gift to Cornerstone that supports students for generations to come. Interested in learning more? We’ll work with you to make the process easy and meaningful. Please contact Lynne Howard at 603-678-4778, [email protected] , or complete the contact form. Back to Ways to Donate Introduction to Realty Gift Fund: Donate Real Estate to Charity https://realtygiftfund.org/ CONTACT US

  • Retirement Assets | Cornerstone Charter

    Learn how gifting retirement assets can make a lasting impact at Cornerstone Charter School. Support our mission with a tax-wise legacy gift. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future RETIREMENT ASSETS Donate Retirement Assets Click Here to Make a Gift Supporting Cornerstone through retirement account gifts can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to leave a legacy of learning. Whether through a direct gift from your IRA or by naming Cornerstone as a beneficiary of your retirement plan, these options allow you to make a meaningful impact for students while also offering potential tax advantages. Back to Ways to Donate Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: If you are 70½ or older, you can give up to $108,000 per year directly from your IRA to Cornerstone without it counting as taxable income. Why it is a good option: This is especially helpful if you don’t need or want your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and would prefer to use it for charitable purposes. Benefits: Lowers taxable income May reduce estate taxes Provides immediate impact for Cornerstone students Retirement Plans (401k, 403b, 457) What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: You can name Cornerstone as a beneficiary of your workplace retirement plan. Why it is a good option: This lets you maintain control of your assets during your lifetime, while making a meaningful future gift. Benefits: Simple to set up by updating your plan’s beneficiary form May reduce taxes for your heirs Provides lasting support for Cornerstone’s mission Interested in learning more? We’ll work with you and your plan administrator to make the process simple. To get started, please contact Rick Peck at [email protected] , or complete our contact form. CONTACT US Back to Ways to Donate

  • Wills & Bequests | Cornerstone Charter

    Create a lasting legacy with a gift in your will or estate plan. Support Cornerstone Charter School’s mission to empower strong readers and thinkers. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future WILLS & BEQUESTS Wills & Bequests Click Here to Make a Gift One of the simplest and most meaningful ways to support Cornerstone is by including us in your will or estate plans. Whether you’re passionate about early literacy, public school choice, or creating opportunities for future generations, a bequest ensures your legacy lives on. Back to Ways to Donate Wills & Bequests What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A bequest is a gift made through your will or living trust that directs a portion of your estate—such as cash, securities, or personal property—to Cornerstone Chartered Public School. This can be a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after other obligations are met. Why it is a good option: Bequests are a powerful yet flexible way to support Cornerstone without impacting your finances during your lifetime. You can change or update your bequest at any time, and your estate may benefit from potential tax advantages. Benefits: Make a lasting impact on Cornerstone’s mission Retain full control of your assets during your lifetime May reduce estate taxes for your heirs Easy to update or revise as life changes Interested in learning more? Please consider including Cornerstone in your will. To get started, please contact Rick Peck at [email protected] or complete the contact form. Back to Ways to Donate CONTACT US

  • LIfe Income Plans & Charitable Trusts | Cornerstone Charter

    Support Cornerstone Charter School through life income plans and charitable trusts. Create a lasting legacy while receiving potential tax and income benefits. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future LIFE INCOME PLANS & CHARITABLE TRUSTS Life Income Plans & Charitable Trusts Click Here to Make a Gift Charitable trusts are a way to make a significant gift to Cornerstone while also receiving income for yourself or your loved ones. These options allow you to support students today while planning wisely for your financial future. Back to Ways to Donate Charitable Remainder Unitrust (CRUT) What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A CRUT allows you to make an irrevocable gift of cash or appreciated assets. You (or another beneficiary) receive a variable income stream for life or for a set term. When the trust ends, the remainder goes to Cornerstone . Why is it a good option : It’s a strong choice if you want to turn appreciated assets (like stock or real estate held for more than one year) into income while gaining tax advantages. Benefits: Income for life or a set term, based on trust performance Partial charitable deduction at the time of the gift Removes the asset from your taxable estate Potential avoidance of capital gains tax when assets are sold within the trust Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust (CRAT) What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A CRAT is similar to a CRUT but provides a fixed, predictable income stream for life or for a set term. Why is it a good option : It works well for donors who prefer steady, reliable payments instead of variable ones. Benefits: Guaranteed fixed income for life or a set term Partial charitable deduction at the time of the gift Removes the asset from your taxable estate Potential avoidance of capital gains tax when assets are sold within the trust Charitable Lead Trust (CLAT) What it is Why it is a good option Benefits What it is: A CLAT provides Cornerstone with an annual income stream for a set number of years. At the end of the term, the remaining assets return to you or your heirs. Why is it a good option: It’s especially valuable for donors with larger estates who want to reduce estate taxes, transfer wealth to heirs, and make a charitable impact during their lifetime. Benefits: Possible charitable deduction depending on trust type Assets may be moved out of your taxable estate (temporarily or permanently) Supports Cornerstone now while still providing for heirs later Interested in learning more? Interested in learning how a trust could provide income for you and support Cornerstone's future? Contact Rick Peck at [email protected] to start the conversation, or complete the contact form. CONTACT US Back to Ways to Donate

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