Many types of gifts can be accepted 

	Cash gifts   Checks may simply be made payable to the Fort Atkinson Community Foundation with a notation for a special fund if desired. Such gifts are tax deductible.
	Securities   Gifts of marketable appreciated securities may be made with a considerable tax advantage to you, the donor. You can usually deduct the full fair market value of the stock as a charitable donation, regardless of original cost.
	Real estate   Gift of appreciated property may have a similar tax advantage to you.
	Deferred Gift   It can be beneficial to you to make a deferred gift of a future interest during your lifetime, by retaining the life interest in your property and leaving the remainder interest to the foundation.
	Bequests   A bequest is a gift given through your will or trust. You can designate a special amount of money, or a specific percentage of your estate. Or you may choose to donate the remainder of your estate after taxes, expenses or other bequests have been fulfilled.
	Life Insurance   By means of making small annual tax-deductible premium payments, you can purchase a life insurance policy naming the foundation as owner and beneficiary, thus creating a much larger gift than you might otherwise be able to afford.
	CONSULT YOUR ATTORNEY, TAX ADVISOR OR YOUR TRUST OFFICER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANY OF THESE OPTIONS