WAYS TO GIVE
The Foundation is a private self supporting non-profit that does not take or receive any public funding from San Mateo County . We are fully dependent on donations from individuals, families, corporations and civic organizations.
If you would like to make a tax-deductible charitable donation to support the work of the Foundation you can do one of the following:
Cash Gifts
Your gift at whatever level you choose is most appreciated. Please note that all donations of $1,000 or more entitle the donor to membership in our Addie Keller Society .
Credit card gifts are also accepted if presented on MasterCard, Visa or American Express. Please call (650) 573 - 2655 to donate by credit card.
You may also wish to give this gift in honor of someone, or in memory of a friend of relative. All such gifts are acknowledged within 48 hours.
Please print out the donation form and send it along with your gift to:
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Securities
You may gift shares of stock or bonds to the Foundation. We will provide a tax-statement indicating the value of the securities on the date received. Appreciated stock is a great way to support the Foundation without having to write a check or use a credit card.
Property
The Foundation is able to receive donated property such as automobiles, vacation homes, land, etc. and provide tax statements. The donor however is responsible for all liens and other related expenses. We must receive a clean title to all property. The Foundation does not accept unsolicited equipment or furniture. Exceptions can be made depending on the arrangement between donors and recipients, but must have Executive Director's approval. Foundation does accept motorized (cars, rv's, boats, etc.) donations but all arrangements should be made with Bizzaro's Auction Company. Please call 1-800-677-1744.
Bequests
You may want to provide support at the time of your death while maintaining your money while you are still alive and may need it. You can choose to donate a fixed amount or a percentage of your estate. Please consult with your attorney or financial planner if you are interested in a bequest.
Event Attendance
Throughout the year the Foundation holds special events. Plan to attend or become an event sponsor. Please check our events calendar for any upcoming events. In-kind gifts are often accepted in lieu of cash.
The San Mateo County Health Foundation is a 501 ( C ) 3 non-profit organization. All gifts are unrestricted for best use unless restricted for a special purpose by the donor. All donors are recognized annually in our newsletter unless donor prefers to be listed as anonymously. The Foundation reserves the right to use up to 15 percent of all gifts for administrative purposes.
The Federal identification number is 94-3116070.
