Ways to Give
Every contribution to the International Elephant Foundation (IEF) fuels science-based conservation, protects endangered elephants, and supports the communities who share their landscapes. Whether you prefer a simple online donation or a strategic planned gift, there are meaningful ways to make a difference.
EIN: 75-2815706
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)
A Donor-Advised Fund allows you to recommend grants to IEF from an account you’ve already funded.
Benefits:
- Immediate tax deduction when you contribute to your DAF
- Flexibility to give over time
- Ability to donate appreciated assets tax-efficiently
Recommend a grant to:
International Elephant Foundation
EIN:75-2815706
Donor-Advised-Funds
Fidelity Charitable, Vanguard Charitable, The Donors Fund, Charityvest, Morgan Stanley, Daffy, OJC Fund, DAF-Giving360, Austin Community Foundation, UBS, BNY Mellon, Wells Fargo, Bank of Amreicas Charitable Gift, Alaska Community Foundation, IGift Fund, National Philanthropic Trust, TOP Jewish Foundation, US Charitable Gift Trust and more. . .
Qualified Charitable Distributions(QCDs)
If you are 701⁄2 or older, you can donate directly from your IRA.
Benefits:
- Counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)
- Not included in taxable income
- Can reduce your overall tax burden
Ask your IRA custodian to send a QCD directly to IEF
IRA Rollover
If you are 70-1/2, or older, you may be interested in a way to lower the income and taxes from your IRA with-drawls. An IRA charitable rollover is a way you can help the International Elephant Foundation protect elephants while avoiding the double taxation of your retirement savings.
Contact your IRA plan administrator to make an IRA charitable rollover gift. Your IRA funds will be transferred directly to our organization.
Bequests (Wills & Trusts)
A gift in your will or trust creates a lasting legacy for elephant conservation.
Ways to include IEF:
- Specific dollar amount
- Percentage of your estate
- Residual bequest
- Specific assets
Sample language: “I give to the International Elephant Foundation (EIN 75-2815706) the sum of $______ (or ___% of my estate) for its general charitable purposes.“
Beneficiary Designations
You can name IEF as a beneficiary of:
- Retirement accounts: IRA, 401(k), 403(b)
- Life insurance policies
- Rank or brokerage accounts
Benefits:
- Simple to set up
- No legal fees
- May reduce estate taxes
Just update your beneficiary form with your plan administrator.
Gifts of Stock & Appreciated Securities
Donating appreciated assets can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to give.
Benefits:
- Avoid capital gains tax
- Receive a charitable deduction for the fair market value
- Make a larger impact at no additional cost
Gifts of Real Estate
In some cases, IEF can accept gifts of real estate that support our mission.
Benefits:
- Avoid capital gains tax
- Remove a taxable asset from your estate
- Maek a transformational gift
Real estate gifts are evaluated individually.
Workplace/Matching Gifts
Many employers match charitable contributions – sometimes doubling or tripling your impact.
Check with your HR department to see if your employer participants.
Cryptocurrency
IEF accepts cryptocurrency donations through secure, IRS-compliant platforms.
We’re Here to Help
Every donor has unique goals. We’re honored to help you explore the giving options that best fit your needs.
Email: IEF@Elephantconservation.org
Phone: (817)597-0956
