Put Freeport Historical Society in your will! 

Sample Language:

“I give to the Freeport Historical Society, a 501(c)3 nonprofit currently located at 45 Main Street, Freeport, Maine 04032, or its successor thereto, _________ [written amount or percentage of the estate or description of property] for its unrestricted charitable use and purpose.”

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Donor Advised Fund (DAF): Flexible Charitable Giving

A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) offers strategic philanthropy by allowing you to:

• Transfer cash or assets to a sponsoring organization
• Recommend grants to charities like Freeport Historical Society
• Claim an immediate tax deduction
• Simplify record-keeping for multiple charitable contributions

Benefits include tax efficiency and donation flexibility, with the ability to support various nonprofits over time without immediate designation of specific charities.

Does your company offer a matching gifts/grants program for your donation? As a tax-exempt organization, FHS qualifies to participate in matching gifts/grants programs. Contact the administrator of the program at your company for the necessary form.

You can donate up to $108,000 from your IRA directly to a qualified charity like Freeport Historical Society without paying income taxes! This tax-efficient method, known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), allows you to support meaningful causes while potentially reducing your tax liability.

Consult a financial advisor to explore how this strategy can benefit your charitable giving and tax planning.