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Raices de Esperanza is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization.  As such, we rely on the generous support of the community to make our mission of empowering youth to be the authors of their futures a reality.   Raices is funded solely by private contributors and receives no Federal funds of any kind.

Donations

Gifts should be made payable to Raices de Esperanza, Inc. and mailed to:

Raices de Esperanza

Office of Development

Post Office Box 260486

Miami, FL 33126

Credit card gifts can be made online through our PayPal or Facebook Causes accounts. Remember that a matching gift from your employer is a great way to increase your gift to Raices de Esperanza. Matching gifts are also credited to your giving total, increasing your donation level for recognition. Inquire with your employer on how you can increase your donation to Raices without incurring an additional cost to you.

Create Your Own Donation Page

Create your own web page to raise funds to the groundbreaking movement of Raices de Esperanza. Raise funds by asking friends to support activities such as a Raices conference, an individual’s accomplishment or honoring another individual by using FirstGiving.com

Business Sponsorships

Raices de Esperanza offers several opportunities to advertise your business during events that take place throughout the year and also on our publications. For more information, contact Alex Buznego at AlexBuznego@raicesdeesperanza.org

Gifts in Kind

It is possible to donate works of art, paintings, stamp and coin collections, rare books and documents, antiques, and other personal property to Raices de Esperanza. Raices also receives a wide variety of gifts that include new or used computers, automobiles, office equipment and other items. To explore this option, as well as enjoy tax deduction benefits, please contact a member of the Development at donations@raicesdeesperanza.org

Real Estate Gifts

Individuals may have real estate for sale that has appreciated significantly in value: residential, vacation, commercial properties, farmland, or others. Prior to a sale, these individuals have the option to give an undivided interest in the property to Raices de Esperanza. The title company would then write a check to Raices for its share of ownership in the property, and the donor would also receive a charitable tax deduction for the current fair market value of the property. No capital gains tax will be levied on the appreciated value of the property. Tax benefits will depend on the amount of time that elapses between the receipt and sale of the property.

Gifts of Securities

In most cases, a gift of appreciated securities entitles the donor to an income tax charitable deduction for the fair market value of the securities on the effective date of the gift. The donor avoids the capital gains tax that would be due if he or she sold the stock. In many cases, Raices de Esperanza will also accept closely-held securities, which may then be sold back to the company. When making a gift of securities, the donor should transfer ownership of the stock to Raices. It is important that the donor not sell appreciated stocks when their intent is to make a gift of securities to the school. Before you transfer the securities, please contact Alex Buznego at AlexBuznego@raicesdeesperanza.org

Public and privately-held securities must be marketable and convertible to cash within a short-term timeframe. Gifts of publicly traded securities will be valued at the average market value on the date the full interest in the transferred property is received by Raices. Gifts of closely held stock will be valued based on a qualified independent appraisal at the time of the transfer. Generally, gifts of privately held securities will be accepted only when conversion into cash within a five to ten year timeframe is expected.

Life Estate Contracts

For those who desire to create an endowment, a Life Estate Contract may be the answer. An individual with a personal residence or farm, preferable one on which there is no existing debt, can transfer the deed to Raices and reserve for him/herself the right to live on or use the property during his/her lifetime. At the same time, the donor receives a tax benefit for the gift based upon his/her age and life expectancy. This irrevocable gift confers immediate recognition to a donor.

Raices de Esperanza, Inc. is a charitable organization registered under s.496.411(3), F.S. A copy of the official registration may be obtained from the division of consumer affairs by calling 1-800-435-7352 Toll-Free within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state. Raices de Esperanza's registration number in Florida is CH31738.