Hiawatha Homes Foundation

hiawatha homes foundation » home

Hiawatha Homes Foundation exists to support Hiawatha Homes, Inc. by accepting charitable contributions. The Hiawatha Homes Foundation Board of Directors manages these gift funds and disburses them to meet the needs of people supported by Hiawatha Homes, Inc.

Cash – Gifts of cash and those made by check or credit card are an excellent way to give because these funds can be put to use immediately. Many employers will also match these funds, thus allowing your gift to accomplish even more.
Bequests – Give a gift through your will. You can name Hiawatha Homes Foundation as a direct beneficiary of specific assets, a portion of your estate, or the remainder of your estate after payment of other bequests.
Life Insurance – You may name Hiawatha Homes Foundation as beneficiary of a policy or,for greater tax benefit, you may transfer ownership of an existing policy or purchase a new policy with Hiawatha Homes Foundation as the owner of the policy.
Retirement Plans – You may name Hiawatha Homes Foundation as beneficiary of an IRA, Keogh plan, 401(k), 403(b), or other qualified pension plan. Hiawatha can be named as beneficiary for part or all of what remains in your retirement account. The proceeds are distributed outside of probate and are free from federal estate tax.
Securities – Give a gift of stock. You can avoid capital gains tax on the appreciated portion of the gift. The fair market value of the stock gift becomes eligible for a tax deduction.
Other Appreciated Assets – Give a gift of personal property or real estate.

To learn more about planned gift opportunities contact:
Ann Felton, Director of Development
afelton@hiawathahomes.com
(507) 226-0701

Hiawatha Homes Foundation also sponsors the annual Festival of Trees –A Celebration of Giving. This treasured event benefits the work of Hiawatha Homes. The success of each year’s Festival of Trees allows the Hiawatha Homes Foundation to give financial support to Hiawatha Homes, Inc. for special projects that make a significant difference in the lives of the people we support.

By supporting the Hiawatha Homes Foundation, your contribution supports the services offered by Hiawatha Homes, Inc. and approximately 130 people in these programs. Your support is vital to the growth and quality of our work.

To learn more about Festival of Trees contact:
Teresa Thompson, Special Events Coordinator
Phone: 507-226-0700
Fax: 507-289-8007
tthompson@hiawathahomes.com