Ways to Give

To make a gift using a check, make the check payable to the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia, write the name of the fund you want to donate to in the memo line and mail your check to:

Foundation for Appalachian Virginia
P. O. Box 2194
Coeburn, VA 24230

ACH or Wire Transfer

To wire a gift directly to the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia, please use our Incoming ACH and Wiring Instructions.

The Foundation for Appalachian Virginia accepts gifts in the form of other assets, including appreciated stock, life insurance, and real estate.

• Stock—Appreciated stock is a savvy way to give to the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia. Your gift of stock is reinvested in your community, and it qualifies for an immediate tax deduction based on the full market value.
• Estate Gifts—Including a charitable bequest in your will is a simple way to make a lasting gift to your community. When you make this gift through the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia, we establish a fund that benefits the community forever and becomes your personal legacy of giving.
• Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) or 401(k) plans—You can name the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia as a beneficiary of your IRA or direct the Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) to the charity of your choice.
• Charitable IRA Rollover – Federal law allows individuals to donate up to $105,000 to charities without a tax penalty when given directly from the retiree’s individual retirement account (IRA) and the distribution is made to charity.  If you are at least age 70 ½ and taking minimum IRA distributions, it is possible to turn your IRA into charitable good free from federal tax. 
• Life Insurance—Life insurance is a simple way for you to give a significant gift to charity, with tax benefits that you can enjoy during your lifetime.
• Estate Gifts—Including a charitable bequest in your will is a simple way to make a lasting gift to your community. When you make this gift through the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia, we establish a fund that benefits the community forever and becomes your personal legacy of giving.  
• Charitable Remainder Trust—A Charitable Remainder Trust allows you to receive income for the rest of your life, knowing that whatever remains will benefit your community and the causes you care about.
• Private/Family Foundation Conversions—Individuals often establish family foundations as part of a philanthropic plan without being fully aware of the many challenges of managing a foundation. Occasionally the management burden causes the private or family foundation to close. For those who are interested in continuing to experience the satisfaction of making a difference while retaining their ability to recommend charitable grants and leave a named legacy, a gift to a Donor Advised Fund at the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia might be the answer. 
• Real Estate—Giving real estate through the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia can help you turn your property gains into community good. The value of your real estate may exceed that of any other asset you own. With the help of the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia, you can use it to fulfill your charitable interests and receive financial and tax benefits.
• Closely Held Corporations—Donors can give shares of closely held corporations to the Foundation for Appalachian Virginia. Once shares are sold, proceeds can support endowments, Donor Advised Funds, and other vehicles of charitable giving.
• Tangible Personal Property—Real property such as artwork with a certified appraisal can fund charitable goals.