• General Purpose Fund: Powering Our Essential Services Donations to our General Purpose Fund are the lifeblood of our organization. These contributions support all aspects of Newton at Home’s operational needs, from coordinating volunteer services and organizing engaging programs to managing daily administrative tasks. This fund allows us to allocate resources where they are most critically needed, ensuring the resilience and responsiveness of our support network.
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• Reduced-Fee Membership Fund: Ensuring Access for All We are committed to making Newton at Home accessible to all eligible older adults, regardless of their financial circumstances. Contributions to our Reduced-Fee Membership Fund directly subsidize memberships for low- and moderate-income seniors, welcoming them into our supportive community and providing access to all our valuable resources.

• 1. Donate Online Securely The quickest and easiest way to make your gift is through our secure online portal. You can use your credit card to donate up to $2000.
  • [Click Here to Donate to the General Purpose Fund]
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• 2. Donate by Mail If you prefer to donate by check, please make it payable to "Newton at Home" and mail it to: Newton at Home 206 Waltham Street West Newton, MA 02465

We are grateful for your support!

• 3. Double (or Triple!)Your Impact with a Matching Gift Many employers offer matching gift programs that can significantly increase the value of your donation. Please check with your company’s human resources department to see if they participate. Most programs match contributions dollar-for-dollar, and some will even double or triple your gift to Newton at Home! This is a simple way to maximize your generosity.
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• 4. Donate Appreciated Stock Gifting appreciated securities (stocks, bonds, or mutual funds) can be a tax-efficient way to support NaH. You may be able to avoid capital gains tax while receiving a charitable deduction for the full fair market value of the stock. To learn more about donating stock, please email our treasurer at [email protected]. Kindly include your name and a contact number, and our treasurer will promptly get in touch with instructions for the transfer.
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• Important Note for IRA Owners: If you are older than 70 1/2, consult your tax advisor about the potential advantages of making a donation of cash or stock directly from your IRA account to Newton at Home.
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• 5. Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from Your IRA If you are age 70 1/2 or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to Newton at Home. This is known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD).
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• Benefits: A QCD can help satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) for the year (though the SECURE Act has adjusted RMD ages, the QCD age remains 70 1/2). The amount you donate via a QCD is excluded from your gross income for federal tax purposes, offering a significant tax benefit regardless of whether you itemize deductions.
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• How to Give: Simply direct your IRA administrator to make a distribution directly to Newton at Home by December 31st to count for the current tax year.
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• We strongly recommend consulting with your financial or tax advisor to understand how a QCD can best fit into your financial planning.
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• 6. Give a Gift to Honor, Remember, or Celebrate A donation to Newton at Home is a deeply meaningful way to:
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• Honor a friend, family member, caregiver, or mentor.
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• Remember a loved one and create a lasting tribute.
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• Celebrate a special occasion like a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or milestone.

Once your gift is received, Newton at Home will promptly acknowledge it by sending a personalized card to the honoree or designated family member, notifying them of your thoughtful gesture (the amount of your gift will remain confidential).

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• 7. Leave a Lasting Legacy with Planned Giving By including Newton at Home in your estate plans, you can create a powerful legacy that will sustain our mission for generations to come. A planned gift allows you to integrate your charitable intentions with your overall financial, tax, and estate planning goals. There are many ways to make a planned gift, such as:
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• Naming Newton at Home as a beneficiary in your will or living trust.
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• Designating NaH as a beneficiary of a retirement plan or life insurance policy.
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• Exploring options like charitable remainder trusts or charitable gift annuities.

We encourage you to speak with your estate planning advisor or financial consultant to explore the planned giving options that best suit your circumstances and philanthropic vision. If you have already included NaH in your plans, please let us know so we can thank you and welcome you to our Legacy Circle.

Important Note: The information provided here is for general guidance only. Newton at Home is not qualified to provide legal or tax advice. We strongly recommend that you consult with your own professional financial advisor, tax consultant, or legal counsel before making any gift that has tax implications, particularly as state income tax laws (such as those in Massachusetts) may differ from federal law.

Thank you for considering a gift to Newton at Home. Your partnership helps build a stronger, more supportive Newton for all our older residents.