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There are many methods of tax favored giving to support Serenity Horse Rescue Inc. With your support and memory of a loved one we will be able to continue to rescue abused and neglect horses, provide medical and behavioral care and find forever homes. The horses also participate in community give back by interacting in a variety of programs with US Veterans and community members in many organizations that strengthen our communities. As a member of the full circle of life horse rescue network we are recognized for upholding best practices for for Horse Sheltering, have been mentored by Horse Plus Humane Society and are implementing the Full Circle of Life Horse Shelter philosophy. We thank you in advance for considering any of the giving options. Please reach out and contact us to set up time to discuss if you have any questions.
Types of Giving
1. Gifts in Kind
We need a variety of physical items to help keep Serenity Rescue operational. Please see our linked wish list under the "more" tab with links for items we need.
2. Company Matching Gift
Many companies offer matching gift programs. Ask your employer if they will match your individual gift to Serenity Horse Rescue Inc.. Matching gifts can double or even triple your contribution.
Planned Giving
a. Cash
We appreciate any donation- there is none to small to make a collective difference. We have many different methods of facilitating donations. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
b. Life Insurance
Do you have an old life insurance policy that is no longer needed to protect your family? Naming Serenity Horse Rescue Inc as the beneficiary is a simple way of making a considerable gift.
c. Gifts of Stock
Stocks and other gifts on investment assets provide individuals and corporations with a tax savings opportunity. Give a tax-deductible gift of stock to Serenity Horse Rescue Inc. to help sustain life saving care.
d. Charitable Lead Trust
This type of trust makes payments, either a fixed amount (annuity trust) or a percentage of trust principal (unit trust), to charity during its term. At the end of the trust term, the principal can either go back to you (a grantor lead trust) or to heirs named by you (a non-grantor lead trust). You may claim a charitable income tax deduction for funding a grantor lead trust or a charitable gift tax deduction for funding a non-grantor lead trust.
e. Bequests
By leaving assets to charity in your will, you are making a bequest. Your estate will receive a charitable estate tax deduction upon your death when the gift is made to Serenity Horse Rescue Inc.
f. Charitable Remainder Trust
This trust makes payments, either a fixed amount (annuity trust) or a percentage of trust principal (unit trust), to whoever chooses to receive income. You may claim a charitable income tax deduction and may not have to pay any capital gains tax if the gift is of appreciated property. At the end of the trust term, Serenity Horse Rescue Inc receives whatever amount is left in the trust. Charitable remainder unit trusts provide some flexibility in the distribution of income, and thus can be helpful in retirement planning.
g. Retained Life Estate
Consider making a gift of your personal residence or farm to charity and retain the right to live there for the remainder of your life. You will receive an immediate income tax deduction for the gift. At your death, Serenity Horse Rescue Inc. can use or sell the property to support the rescue.
Your donation to Serenity Horse Rescue Inc. is a way to make a real difference in the world by helping support life sustaining care for abused and neglected horses. A loving way to remember any person is to demonstrate the gift of love and care in their name. Maintaining the circle of life philosophy to help horses regardless of age , ability or medical problems is a genuine manner to show you have compassion for those most vulnerable and the belief that we have much to learn and appreciate from all creatures.
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