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Why Donating Securities Is a High-Impact, Financially Beneficial Gift

When you donate securities that have increased in value, two major advantages work in your favour:

• You receive a tax receipt for the full fair market value of the securities.
• You pay zero capital gains tax on the appreciated investment.

This means your gift goes further—allowing you to support accessible programs, inclusive camps, and essential community services while keeping more in your pocket.

Donating stocks is easy

The Securities Transfer Form can be filled out with your broker, who will then initiate the transfer. If you do not have a broker, you can send the completed form to your delivering institution.

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Easter Seals receives the full fair market value when the security is sold, and you get a tax receipt which reflects your  contribution.

For more information, reach out to Tristan Klassen, Acting CEO.