Donate Stock or Cryptocurrency

Support dogs in need while saving on taxes.

Donating appreciated stock or cryptocurrency is one of the most tax-efficient ways to help Hope Paws Support Fund save dogs’ lives. You avoid capital gains tax, and we receive the full value of your gift – a win for you and a win for dogs in crisis.

Why Donate Stock or Crypto?

For You (The Donor)

Avoid capital gains tax on appreciated assets
Receive a tax deduction for the full fair market value
Support a cause you love without using cash
Simple, secure process – takes minutes

For Dogs

Fund emergency surgeries and critical care
Pull dogs from high-risk shelters
Transport dogs to safety across the U.S.
Help dogs find loving homes

Cryptocurrency is classified by the IRS as property for tax purposes, which means donating it directly to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit offers the same tax benefits as donating stock .

When you donate appreciated stock or cryptocurrency held for more than one year:

You pay zero capital gains tax on the appreciation.
You can deduct the full fair market value of the asset (up to 30% of your adjusted gross income).
You can carry forward any unused deduction for up to five years.

Consult your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.

A Win-Win for You and Dogs

Did you know that donating appreciated stock lets you avoid capital gains tax while deducting 100% of the value? That makes stock gifting one of the most tax-advantaged ways to give.

When you donate stock, we keep the proceeds that would have gone to taxes – a win-win for you and for dogs.

And now it’s fast, safe, and free. We have partnered with DonateStock.com so you can make a stock gift from your brokerage in 10 minutes or less at no cost to you.

Charitable giving doesn’t always mean cash. By gifting stock, your support has even greater impact – without denting your pocketbook.

This year, give smart and save more by putting stock in something that matters.

How It Works

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Step One

Choose your asset – stock, ETF, mutual fund, Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other cryptocurrency.

Step Two

Use the online form below to initiate your gift.

Step Three

Your donation is processed securely (typically within 5-10 business days).

Step Four

You receive a tax receipt. We receive the funds to save dogs.

No brokerage account is required on our end. If you prefer to transfer stock directly, we can provide our brokerage information upon request.

Quick Reference Card

Hope Paws Support Fund – IRS Tax-Exempt Verification

Use this information to verify our nonprofit status with your employer, giving portal, or tax professional.

IRS

IRS Tax-Exempt Verification

Official Status Confirmation

Organization:
Hope Paws Support Fund

EIN:
41-4118400

Tax Status:
501(c)(3)

Status:
Active

Deductibility:
Tax-deductible

Type:
Public Charity

Verify on IRS Website

Enter EIN 41-4118400 and click “Search” on the IRS website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is donating stock or crypto really tax-free for me?

Yes. The IRS classifies both as property. When you donate appreciated assets held for more than one year, you avoid paying capital gains tax on the appreciation and can deduct the full fair market value.

What if I sell the stock first and then donate the cash?

If you sell first, you pay capital gains tax on the profit, then donate the remaining amount. Donating the stock directly avoids the tax and gives you a larger deduction.

Do you accept all stocks?

We accept publicly traded domestic common stock, ETFs, and mutual funds. For other assets, please contact us.

Do you accept all cryptocurrencies?

We accept most major cryptocurrencies through The Giving Block widget. Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Dogecoin (DOGE) are supported.

How long does the process take?

Stock and crypto donations typically process within 5-10 business days. Processing times may be longer during December or for restricted assets.

Do I need a brokerage account to donate stock?

No. You initiate the transfer from your brokerage account to ours (or to DonateStock Charitable, which handles the sale for us). We do not need a brokerage account on our end – the service sells the asset and sends us cash.

Is my donation refundable?

All stock and crypto donations are final and nonrefundable.