HomeFront has done all that it has for families impacted by poverty and homelessness because of the steadfast and generous support of caring donors. Over the past 30 years, we have forged a vital partnership with the Central New Jersey community that allows us to serve as a conduit for our donors’ compassion. The results are both meaningful and tangible: we have become a safe haven for families in crisis, providing them with essential resources and tools to break the cycle of poverty, so that they not only survive but truly thrive.
Our future—and the future of those we serve—hinges on your continued support. To ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of the comprehensive services HomeFront provides, we must plan more carefully than ever. We are hopeful that you will remain a vital part of this journey, helping to secure a brighter future for all.
Tax-Smart Gifts for Today
With Immediate Impact on Helping Families
Employer Matching Gifts
Increase your gift’s impact with a matching gift.
Benefits:
- Boost HomeFront’s efforts at no additional cost to you
Gifts of Stocks & Securities
Donate stock or mutual funds.
Benefits:
- Gifts of assets can often save you far more on taxes than gifts of cash
- Avoid all capital gains taxes
- Receive an income tax deduction for the value of the assets (if you’ve had them for more than a year)
Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and our mission.
Benefits:
- Reduce taxable income
- Counts towards your required minimum distribution for the year
Donor-advised Funds
Easily recommend grants to HomeFront for tax-efficient giving.
Benefits:
- Retain the flexibility to make grant recommendations over time
- Receive an immediate tax deduction when contributing to your fund
Gifts for the Future
That Help Guarantee Future Stability
Gifts in a will or trust
Donations in your will or trust are by far the most popular type of planned gift. We can help you add HomeFront into your existing plans or, if you don’t have a will or trust, help you set one up at no cost to you.
Benefits:
- Continue to use assets or property during your lifetime
- Potentially reduce your estate tax burde
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold. Common gift assets for beneficiaries include 401(k)s, IRA account, life insurance, retirement plan, joint real estate and bank accounts.
Benefits:
- Receive an estate tax charitable deduction
- Reduce the burden of taxes on your family
- Allow you to continue using assets or property during your lifetime