Stock, IRA & DAF Gifts
Choose the giving method that works best for you.
Ways to Give
Gifts of stock, from an IRA, or through a donor-advised fund can be simple ways to support Seed Savers Exchange. Depending on your situation, these gifts may also offer tax benefits.
Explore the options below to find the giving method that works best for you.
Give Appreciated Stock
A gift of appreciated stock can support Seed Savers Exchange while potentially offering tax benefits.
Ready to Make a Gift?
Download our stock transfer instructions and share them with your financial advisor or brokerage.
After your transfer is complete, please notify us so we can identify and acknowledge your gift.
Give from Your IRA
If you are eligible, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to Seed Savers Exchange.
A QCD may count toward your required minimum distribution without being included in your taxable income. This option is available to people age 70½ or older.
Ready to Make a Gift?
Contact your IRA administrator and request a Qualified Charitable Distribution to be made to Seed Savers Exchange.
Please notify us of your gift so we can thank you.
Give from a Donor-Advised Fund
Recommend a gift to Seed Savers Exchange through your donor-advised fund (DAF). It’s an easy way to put a charitable fund you already have set aside to work toward protecting heirloom seeds.
Ready to Make a Gift?
Contact your DAF provider and recommend a gift to be made to Seed Savers Exchange.
Information You May Need
When making a gift through your IRA or donor-advised fund, you may need:
Legal nameSeed Savers Exchange, Inc.
Tax ID (EIN)43-1214133
Let’s Talk About Your Gift
Cindy Goodner
Development Director
Seed Savers Exchange does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice. Please consult your professional advisors before making or changing your decisions.