Niagara SPCA
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Gift of Securities

By donating publicly traded securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds), you can:

  • Eliminate or reduce capital gains tax.
  • Receive a charitable tax receipt for the full market value on the day of transfer.
  • Provide immediate, impactful support to the animals in our care.
You can give now or include this gift in your estate planning. If donating now, please notify us of the transfer so we can properly acknowledge, rectipt and provide you with updates on how your gift is helping the animals.
Access Gift of Securities Form

Gift of Life Insurance

A cost-effective way to give more than you may have thought possible.

  • Transfer ownership and beneficiary rights of an existing policy.
  • A new policy with the Niagara SPCA & Humane Society as the owner/beneficiary.
  • Designate us as a beneficiary of an existing policy while retaining ownership.
  • All options offer potential tax benefits and long-term impact for the animals.

Gifts from Retirement Funds

You can name the Niagara SPCA & Humane Society as a beneficiary of your:

  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF)
  • Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

This is a simple way to make a meaningful legacy gift without altering your will

Donor-Advised Funds

If you hold a Donor-Advised Fund through a foundation or financial institution, you can name the Niagara SPCA & Humane Society as a beneficiary. You’ll continue to direct annual support while enjoying the flexibility and benefits of a personal foundation – without the administrative burden.

Gifts of Property or Personal Assets

You may choose to leave a physical gift

  • Real estate
  • Valuable jewelry or artwork
  • Other tangible property

You can donate these assets outright, place them in a trust, or include them in your will. These types of gifts can offer significant tax advantages while supporting a cause you care deeply about.