The HOPE Foundation of Darke County is a public charity under
Federal tax laws with gifts to the foundation being tax deductible.

Donations to the foundation can be made in several ways including:

Bequests...Specified gifts can be made by donors (through their will or trust. Bequests to the foundation are deductible from federal and estate taxes.

Gifts and Yearly Contributions...Outright gifts of cash, securities or real estate may be made to the Foundation. Such donations may result in reduced income taxes and estate taxes depending on an individual's circumstances.

Life Insurance...Transferring ownership of a policy of insurance to the foundation provides for a charitable income tax deduction in the amount of the policy's present value. Upon death, the life insurance proceeds are not included as part of the donor's estate.

Donations can be made to enrich an existing fund, to establish a new fund that will be used as specified by the donor, or to support the HOPE Chest, which enables the Foundation to become more responsive to the changing needs of the community. Donations can be made in memory or honor of another. If desired, donations can be made anonymously.

These are just a few of the many ways you give through the HOPE Foundation to benefit the citizens of Darke County.

For more information, contact us by email at hopefoundation@woh.rr.com