You have the power to make a lasting impact on the lives of those in our community. We accept a wide range of assets, including noncash contributions, that can significantly enhance your philanthropic impact. Whether you aim to make an immediate difference or establish a legacy, our team is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
2025 Year-End Giving Deadlines
Check or Stock Certificate | Postmark on or before 12/31/25
Please contact the Donor Services Department before submitting your stock transfer to ensure that your charitable deduction is appropriately credited to your fund.
Special Securities* | Deadline: 12/1/25
Call the Donor Services Department if you need assistance with the following items: Private Stock, Tendered Stock, or Restricted Stock.
Mutual Funds* | Deadline: 12/1/25
Submit a completed letter of instruction to the firm holding the fund shares and send a copy to [email protected].
Grant Recommendations | Deadline: 12/15/25
Due to high volume, grants requested after this date might not reach their destination by the close of the year.
Publicly Traded Securities* | Deadline: 12/12/25
Submit a completed letter of instruction to the firm holding your stock and send a copy to [email protected].
Wire Transfer* | Deadline: 12/31/25
Instruct your financial institution to wire funds to Greater Houston Community Foundation. Also, please contact the Donor Services Department before submitting your wire transfer to ensure that your charitable deduction is appropriately credited to your fund. For security reasons, the wire instructions are not emailed but may be found here.
CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTIONS FROM IRA ACCOUNTS
IRAs may NOT make charitable distributions to a Donor Advised Fund (DAF). Please do not have your IRA custodian send a distribution to your DAF as that may be treated as a taxable distribution to you. In lieu of sending an IRA charitable distribution to your DAF, please consider making a gift to a field of interest fund, scholarship fund, or theCommunity Foundation’s Community Impact Fund
*If these items are not received into the Foundation account by 12/31/25, the IRS will not allow a 2025 deduction.Please contact [email protected] to ensure your intended gift is properly credited. Greater Houston Community Foundation does not provide tax advice or services. Please consult your personal advisor with questions regarding your tax planning.