Ways to Give

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Donate with a check.  Download a donation form.

Tribute Gifts

Gifts made in honor or memory of loved ones can be especially meaningful. What better way to say, “I am thinking of you” or “Congratulations” to those you hold dear than with a gift to The Crayon Initiative in their name or the name of someone they love.

In Honor of...

Whether it is a holiday, birthday, or other special day, honor a special someone, or celebrate a special occasion in this meaningful way. Your contribution will be acknowledged with a card to the person being honored to let them know of your gift.

In Memory of...

A gift made "In Memory of" is a meaningful way to pay tribute to a colleague or friend and support the mission of The Crayon Initiative in their name. Your contribution will be acknowledged with a card to the family member or person you direct us to, to let them know of your memorial gift.

MAKE A TRIBUTE GIFT

Gift of Stock and Securities

You can make a gift of appreciated stocks or securities via a direct transfer to our brokerage account. Your charitable deduction is equal to the fair market value of the stock on the date of transfer, and you avoid owing the capital gains tax on any increase in the current value over the original cost of the stock.  Contact a member of our Development Team to assist you with your gift.

Bequest

Planned gifts can take on many forms depending on your financial and philanthropic goals. Gifts can be made while you are living or through your estate. Planned gifts include bequests, charitable trusts, gifts of retirement plan assets, gifts of life insurance policies, and gifts of tangible personal property. We would be pleased to work with you and your advisors to structure a gift that best fulfills your charitable goals. It’s never too soon to be intentional about the legacy you will leave.

EVENT SPONSORSHIP

The Crayon Initiative hosts a variety of events each year to raise funds, increase awareness in our community, and to honor supporters. Sponsorships allow you to align your personal or organizational values with our mission. We are proud to recognize sponsors and will work with you to meet your charitable engagement goals. For current sponsorship opportunities, please contact development@thecrayoninitiative.org.

In-Kind Donation

In-kind gifts require a conversation with a member of our leadership staff. Please inquire with a member of our leadership team at development@thecrayonintiative.org.

Volunteer

Volunteers are important to the success of our programs- join our team of local volunteers who give their time and talent. SUBMIT A VOLUNTEER INQUIRY FORM.

Car Donation

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Contact us today at development@thecrayoninitiative.org.

adopt a hospital

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Commit to a donation of $10,000 and we'll match your organization with one of our 240+ hospitals. You'll cover the entire cost to give that hospital crayons free of charge for one year—and totally free up their staff to do what they do best: care for kids. Just click to learn more.
Adopt a Hospital

stocks & Mutual funds

In lieu of money, you can donate stocks, bonds and mutual funds that you've owned for over a year. It's a win-win, helping a great cause while reducing your tax burden. Just talk to your broker or mutual fund representative.
Donate Stock