Stock Gifts

Donate stocks or securities to support EveryLibrary Institute’s mission to protect and advance libraries nationwide.

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Give a Gift of Stock

Making a gift to the EveryLibrary Institute through stocks or other securities (such as bonds or mutual funds) allows you to immediately support libraries across the country and strengthen communities.

When you donate appreciated securities you've held for at least one year, you can receive significant tax benefits. The full market value of your gift is tax-deductible, and you won't owe capital gains taxes on the appreciated amount. Your gift is fully deductible as of the date it arrives in our account.

EveryLibrary Institute has partnered with StockDonator to make the process simple and secure.

Ready to donate? Visit our StockDonator portal to get started.

How to Donate Stock using StockDonator:

  1. You do not need an account to donate stock. You can create one if you'd like, but it's not required.
  2. Enter the stock symbol: Type in the full stock symbol or the first few characters of the symbol. A dropdown menu will appear, allowing you to select the specific stock you wish to donate.
  3. Enter the quantity of shares: For example, if you're donating shares of Apple stock (symbol: AAPL) and you wish to donate 10 shares, simply enter "AAPL" and quantity "10."
  4. Provide your personal information: Enter your first and last name, date of birth, phone number, email, and address. Ensure all information is accurate, as it will be used to locate your brokerage account.
  5. Enter your brokerage details:
    • Select your brokerage from the provided list (most major brokerages are supported).
    • Enter your brokerage account name (e.g., "Individual," "Joint," etc.).
    • Provide your brokerage account number.
    • Indicate if the account is a joint or trustee account.
  6. Confirm and submit your donation: Review your entered information carefully. Confirm your details and provide your electronic signature.

After completing these steps, you will receive a confirmation receipt, and we will reach out to confirm your donation.

If you need assistance or have any questions about donating stock, please contact:

John Rosai
Fundraising Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (312) 971-7258