Real Estate and Other Gifts

Other Ways To Give
Do you have real estate you're not using? Perhaps you have an income stream in excess of your current needs? By donating income from copyright royalties, mineral rights, rental income or perpetual lease payments, you can make a difference in the lives of families around the world. Donating the proceeds allows you to retain the income-producing asset should you ever need the funds later in life or wish to pass them on to heirs.
Real Estate
Making a gift of your vacation home, primary residence, agricultural land or other real estate property will help CRS continue our lifesaving work around the world. An outright gift is the easiest way to donate land to CRS and remove your ownership costs.
You may also use real estate gifts to fund a life income gift, such as a deferred gift annuity or a charitable remainder trust. Contact CRS Planned Giving if you are interested in learning the benefits of this type of gift.
Mineral Rights
For land containing operational mines or wells, states will assess an income tax on the retail value of what is produced on top of the property tax. By donating the mineral rights to a qualified charity, you may be eligible for a tax deduction. These rights can also be gifted through your estate or trust.
Royalties
Royalty income from copyrights, publishing or acting royalties, and other forms of intellectual property may all be donated outright or as part of an estate or trust. This may allow for an additional tax deduction, and if made as part of an estate can provide perpetual income to the charity.
Personal Property and Other Assets
By donating artwork, antiques, jewelry, precious metals, collections and other assets to CRS, you are answering many prayers overseas. Because of the nature of our work, CRS in most cases requests that you consider selling the item and donating the proceeds instead. We consider each item on its own merits.
Each gift has unique legal requirements and tax implications. Please consult with an attorney or financial advisor when planning gifts to CRS. Please also contact CRS before initiating any of these types of gifts so we can ensure the gift conforms to our gift acceptance policy.

Legal Name, Address and Tax ID
Catholic Relief Services - United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
228 West Lexington Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201-3413
Federal Tax ID: 13-5563422
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