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Help Make Northeast Ohio a More Inclusive Place
Now more than ever, the Diversity Center’s work is vital! Your support will ensure innovative programming that builds more inclusive workplaces and communities where all people are connected, respected, and valued. We deeply appreciate your kindness!
How to Donate
Remember to ask your employer to match your gift!
To donate by mail:
Please send your check or money order to:
The Diversity Center
3659 Green Road, Suite 230
Cleveland, OH 44122
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Other Ways to Donate
Donate Stock
How to Donate Stock to The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
Step One: Transfer Stock by Electronic Transfer
Make sure that your name, address, and account number are included in the transaction to DTC (Depository Trust Company)
DTC Instructions: The Client will need to provide the following information to the delivering firm:
- DTC number: 8862
- Further Credit Account Number: 617-02699
- Account Title/Client’s Name: The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
- Name/DTC Number of the Delivering Firm
- Address of our DTC financial institution.
Follow Up Instructions:
To confirm the shares received at Merrill email: amrsdtc161settlements@bofa.com In the email include:
- Merrill 8-digit Account Number
- Quantity of Shares
- Security Identifier (ML Security Number/CUSIP/Symbol)
- Name/DTC of Delivering Firm
Step Two: Notify the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
To ensure proper crediting of your stock donation, please have your broker, or you may contact directly, Denise Eustace, Finance Director at (216)752-3000 to notify us that the transfer is underway.
Donate An IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
Maximize Your Impact With an IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
Did you know you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve while enjoying tax benefits? If you are 70½ years or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio.
Why Consider a QCD?
- Tax Advantages: A QCD allows you to reduce your taxable income, even if you don’t itemize deductions on your tax return.
- Satisfy Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD): If you’re 73 or older and required to take a minimum distribution from your IRA, a QCD can count toward your RMD.
- Support Our Mission: Your gift ensures the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio can continue creating a community where all people are connected, respected and valued.
How it Works
- Contact your IRA plan administrator to initiate a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
- Provide our legal name, address and tax ID for the transfer:
The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
3659 Green Road, Suite 230
Cleveland, Ohio 44122
Tax ID: 20-1966761 - Ensure the distribution is made directly to the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio to qualify as a QCD.
Important Details
- Gifts up to $105,000 per year may qualify as a QCD.
- The amount transferred directly to the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio will not be included in your taxable income.
Your Impact
A QCD is a simple and powerful way to support our programs, from providing vital K-12 trainings and workshops to educators and students to consulting services to enable corporations and professionals to maximize opportunity and the American dream for all who seek it.
For more information or assistance, contact Gordon Sims, development director at (480)338-7091 or gsims@diversitycenterneo.org. We’d be happy to work with you and your financial advisor to ensure your gift makes the greatest possible impact. Make a difference today with your IRA – Ensure our vision of a community where all people are connected, respected, and valued.
Giving Through Your Donor Advised Fund
Giving through your Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a simple and efficient way to support the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio. You can make a request to support us by providing your DAF institution with the following information:
The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
3659 Green Road, Suite 230
Cleveland, Ohio 44122
Tax Identification Number: 20-1966761
Please ask your institution to include your name and address on the distribution. If you wish for your gift to support a specific program please note that as well.
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