Donations
Thank you for supporting the Wilson Legacy Scholarship.
Donations are processed through the Phoenix Union Foundation for Education.
Donate by Credit/Debit Card
Interested in Giving Through a Retirement Account, Stock, or Other Assets?
Give With Confidence
Donors can give with confidence. As a fiscally sponsored initiative through the Phoenix Union Foundation for Education in partnership with the Arizona Community Foundation that is highly rated through Accredited Community Foundation and Four-Star Charity Navigator, the Wilson Legacy Scholarship is built on transparency, sustainability, community partnership, and measurable impact. All contributions are made through the Phoenix Union Foundation for Education, a 501(c)(3) entity (86-523265) that supports the Phoenix Union High School District’s mission of “Preparing Every Student for Success in College, Career, and Life.”
Make a Strategic Year-End Gift
With a year-end gift, you can help change a graduating Wilson College Prep student’s life through the Wilson Legacy Scholarship and benefit yourself and your loved ones at tax time.
Give From Your Retirement Account
Giving from your retirement account: If you are 70 ½ years old or older, the IRS requires you to start withdrawing from most types of tax-advantaged retirement accounts. You must also take Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from retirement account you inherit. For most people, the deadline for taking an RMD is December 31. If you miss the deadline or take less than you’re supposed to, you could be subject to a tax penalty. To avoid this penalty, you can donate your RMD to the Wilson Legacy Scholarship through the Phoenix Union Foundation for Education. Qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) won’t be added to your taxable income for the year, potentially saving you money in taxes. If you want to direct a portion of your RMD as a charitable donation to the Wilson Legacy Scholarship through the Phoenix Union Foundation for Education, tell your financial advisor/IRA custodian, or email info@foundation4education.org. Phoenix Union Foundation for Education tax ID is 86-523265.
Distributions can be mailed to:
Phoenix Union Foundation for Education
(Attn: Laura Taylor, Executive Director)
345 E. Palm Lane
Phoenix, Arizona 85004
Give Stock or Other Assets
A gift of stock involves transferring shares of stock directly to a charitable organization instead of making a cash donation. This method of giving can offer significant tax benefits and is a straightforward process. The benefits of this type of gift include:
- When you donate appreciated stock that you’ve held for more than one year, you can avoid paying capital gains tax on the increase in value. This can result in a larger donation to the charity and a bigger tax deduction for you.
- By donating stock directly, both you and the charity can benefit from the full value of the asset without the tax burden, potentially making your donation more impactful.
- Donating stock can simplify your giving, especially if you hold a diverse portfolio of appreciated assets. It can also be an efficient way to donate significant sums without affecting your cash flow.
For more information please contact:
Laura Taylor, Executive Director
Phoenix Union Foundation for Education
laura@foundation4education.org
480-269-3634