Smart Ways to Give

Your gift will ensure that the vibrant life of The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms will thrive,
so that visitors can enjoy this special place for years to come. We offer several strategic ways to
give that not only support us but may also offer you meaningful tax advantages.

1. Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from Your IRA
   • If you’re 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free donation directly from your IRA to the Museum. This is called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD).
     • QCDs can count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD).
     • You won’t pay income tax on the donated amount.
     • You can give up to $108,000 annually per individual.
   • Talk to your IRA custodian to get started. Once received, we will provide a contemporaneous written acknowledgment (CWA) for your records—this letter satisfies IRS documentation requirements for tax reporting.
     
     
2. Donate Appreciated Stocks
   • Do you hold stocks that have grown significantly in value? Donating them can be a powerful and tax-efficient way to give.
     • You could avoid capital gains taxes you’d owe if you sold the stock.
     • You may be able to deduct the full fair market value of the stock on your taxes.
     • Your gift helps the Museum right away, while maximizing your impact.
   • We can work directly with you or your financial advisor to facilitate the transfer.
     
     
3. Give Through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)
   • A Donor-Advised Fund is like a charitable investment account—you contribute to it, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants over time.
     • Make a grant to the Museum from your existing DAF.
     • Include us as part of your ongoing giving strategy.
     • We welcome one-time or recurring gifts through your DAF.
   • You can even name the Museum as a beneficiary of your DAF as part of your legacy.

Contact the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms (973) 540-0311 to begin a conversation about your desire to participate in Smart Ways to Give.