There are many options for supporting AOS’s mission. Explore what’s right for you!
By Check
Checks may be made out to the American Ornithological Society and mailed to the American Ornithological Society, 1400 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605.
Recurring Monthly Donation
You can increase your impact on AOS’s programs by choosing to have your donation in any amount recur automatically every month. When you donate through PayPal, check the box labeled “Make this a monthly donation” and follow the instructions to authorize your recurring payment.
Employer Matching
Many employers have a program to match employees’ charitable gifts. Check with your employer to see if they have an employee matching gift program. If so, there will likely be required forms to fill out, and your employer can assist you as necessary. Mail your matching gift form to Crystal Ruiz, American Ornithological Society, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605.
Another type of employer benefit is volunteer grant programs, which are corporate giving programs in which companies provide monetary donations to organizations where employees volunteer regularly. If you volunteer your time for AOS (for example, as a member of a committee), this is another potential way to multiply your support! As with charitable gift matching programs, check with your employer to see if this is an option for you.
For questions on how to submit an employeer matching gift or volunteer grant to AOS, please contact us.
Stocks, Bonds, & Mutual Funds
Many gifts of appreciated stocks, bonds, and mutual funds result in a charitable deduction for the full market value of your contribution to AOS, even if you acquired the asset for far less. Donating securities also minimizes capital gains taxes. If you are considering a donation of this type, please contact us and we will provide you with the information needed for this type of gift transaction.
Charitable IRA Rollover
If you are 70½ or older, you may transfer up to $100,000 from your IRA to AOS. The amount of the transfer will not be included in your taxable income, and the transferred amount can count toward the IRA’s required minimum distribution for the year. This opportunity applies only to certain types of IRAs. Please consult with your financial advisor to see whether a charitable IRA rollover is a good choice for you.
IRA rollover gifts may be done via wire transfer or by check. Ask your IRA custodian to contact us for wire transfer information, or direct them to mail a check payable to the American Ornithological Society to the address above. Please include your name, the purpose of your gift, and confirmation that the funds are from a qualified charitable IRA distribution.
Life Insurance
You may transfer ownership of a life insurance policy to AOS and receive a tax deduction for the policy’s cash value. Gifts to AOS to cover premiums due may also qualify for a deduction. For information regarding this type of gift, please contact us.
Shop at Amazon
AmazonSmile offers a simple and automatic way for you to support AOS every time you shop, at no cost to you. You will find the same low prices, selection, and shopping experience with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to AOS.