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Ways to Give Host An Event Did you know you can host an event or fundraiser and donate the proceeds to Worldwatch? Community fundraisers at your business, school, or home are a great way to raise awareness and support for our cause. For further suggestions or for help transfering funds you’ve raised, contact Grant Potter at (+1) 202.452.1999 x512 or via email at gpotter@worldwatch.org. Contact Us to Host an Event  Monthly Giving Join Worldwatch’s Monthly Giving Club by making an automatic donation each month via direct deduction from your credit card. It’s simple, secure, and one of the most cost-effective ways to support the Institute’s vision for a sustainable world. You determine the amount of your monthly donation and register your credit card information securely with us. Click on the link below to learn more. Donate via Monthly Giving Gifts of Stock Donating stock that has been held for more than one year can be a tax-effective way to make a gift to the Institute. U.S. taxpayers who itemize their deductions will usually be able to deduct the full market value of securities on the day they are transferred. You pay no capital gains, the tax deduction can be used toward your adjusted gross income and it can be carried over for use in a future tax year. Download Stock Gift Instructions Planned Gifts Support the Institute’s mission while also providing for your unique financial needs. Many Friends of Worldwatch are leaving a lasting legacy for future generations by naming Worldwatch in their will, trust, or insurance policy. Worldwatch Legacy Society members recognize that a long-term commitment is needed if we are to build an environmentally sustainable and socially just world. To learn more about making a Planned Gift, contact Grant Potter at gpotter@worldwatch.org. Request Information Now Matching Gifts Want to see your gift to Worldwatch go further? You can double or even triple the value of your contribution by signing up for your company’s Employee Matching Gift Program. Ask your personnel office if your company offers matching gifts to leverage charitable contributions made by its employees. To learn more, contact Grant Potter at (+1) 202.452.1999 x512. Contact Us to Increase Your Impact Memorial Gifts Honor the memory of a loved one or celebrate a special occasion and milestone by making a memorial or tribute gift to Worldwatch Institute. By doing so, you acknowledge a shared goal to build an environmentally sustainable society that meets human needs. This thoughtful gift will be appreciated by future generations and leave a true legacy. To learn more, contact Grant Potter at gpotter@worldwatch.org. Make a Gift Now Gift Memberships Give your friends and loved ones a gift that can be enjoyed all year. You can choose to transfer your donor benefits to someone special when you make your donation to Worldwatch. This option is available when you donate online, over the phone, or via direct mail. If you have questions about transferring your benefits to another individual, please contact Grant Potter at gpotter@worldwatch.org or by phone at (+1) 202.452.1999, x512. Make a Gift of Your Contribution Other Donation Methods| SEND THIS: | | HERE: | Worldwatch Institute
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Giving FAQ
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The Institute’s tax ID number is 23-7367468.
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If you are a U.S. taxpayer, your gift to the Institute is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Once we have received and processed your contribution, you will receive an acknowledgement letter for your records that serves as your tax receipt.
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We have the utmost respect for your privacy and want to make it easy for you to remain anonymous should you so choose. To make an anonymous gift, simply type “Anonymous donation" in the comments box before submitting your donation order.
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If you have any questions regarding your gift(s), please contact Grant Potter, Development Assistant, at (+1) 202.452.1999 x512 or via email at gpotter@worldwatch.org.
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Please call our toll-free phone line at (+1) 877.539.9946 and kindly provide your name, your old address, and your new address, and we will update your contact information accordingly. Please be advised that changes to shipping addresses may take 30–45 days due to mailing schedules. Changes to email addresses will take effect within a few days.
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Many employers will match your charitable contributions with an equal or higher amount if you are an employee, retiree, or board member of a company, or if your spouse is.
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For your convenience, we have provided a list of U.S. corporations that offer matching gift programs. However, we suggest that you check with your personnel office as well, as this list is not exhaustive and many programs have been cut back recently due to financial constraints. Worldwatch Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, an important qualification for many companies' matching gifts programs. Worldwatch’s Tax ID # is 23-7367468.
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Generally, the personnel office of your company will provide you with a form to send along with your contribution. However, more and more corporations offer online matching gift processing. And many companies offer donations via payroll deduction, enabling us to receive your donation and your employer’s matching gift in one lump sum. View a sample list of some companies that participate in matching programs here.
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To make a gift of stock or securities, download this form and share with your stock broker. To learn more about the tax advantages of doing so, please contact Grant Potter, at (+1) 202.452.1992 x512 or via email at gpotter@worldwatch.org.
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Worldwatch has adopted an institute-wide goal of reducing the amount of resources we use, and we encourage our supporters to take similar actions. One way to effectively reduce your paper mailings is by providing us with your email address. Simply send an email to Grant Potter, Development Assistant, at gpotter@worldwatch.org, and indicate that you wish to receive communications from Worldwatch via email only.
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