Ways to Give

Make a gift to TLI in honor or memory of someone special. When giving online, select the “make this gift in honor/memory of” option or include this information with your mailed gift. Please provide the name of the person you wish to honor or memorialize. 

If you’d like us to notify someone of your tribute/memorial gift, please include their name  and contact details (email or mailing address). Donation amounts are kept confidential.

For secure and efficient electronic donations, you can contribute via ACH (Automated Clearing House) or wire transfer. This method is ideal for larger gifts or donors who prefer direct bank-to-bank transfers. Please contact Kate Ceredona, Assistant Vice President of Development, [email protected], (323) 457-1672, for detailed instructions and assistance to ensure your gift is processed smoothly. 

Gifting stocks, bonds, or other securities is a smart way to support our mission while potentially offering tax benefits. Transferring appreciated securities allows you to make a meaningful impact without depleting cash assets. Please reach out to Kate Ceredona, Assistant Vice President of Development, [email protected], (323) 457-1672, for broker details and guidance on the transfer process and to ensure your gift is handled efficiently.  

A convenient way to support our work is through your donor-advised fund (DAF). You can recommend a grant from your DAF to benefit our programs, combining thoughtful philanthropy with tax advantages. Please contact your sponsoring organization/financial institution to recommend a DAF gift to TLI.

You can make a tax-efficient gift directly from your IRA through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). If you’re age 70½ or older, you may transfer up to $100,000 per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity like ours without counting the distribution as taxable income. This is a great way to support our mission while potentially lowering your tax burden. Please consult your financial advisor to confirm eligibility and tax benefits. 

Many employers offer workplace giving programs that allow you to support our mission through payroll deductions or matching gifts. Check with your HR department to see if your company participates and consider enrolling to make your gift go even further.  

Corporate Gifts & Sponsorships – Partnering with corporations is a powerful way to advance the Lundquist Institute’s mission. Corporate gifts, sponsorships, and partnerships can provide critical funding and resources while aligning your company’s values with meaningful impact. Ask your HR department about philanthropic gift and sponsorship opportunities. 

Employer Matching Gifts – Increase the impact of your gift through employer matching. Want to find out if your employer will match your gift? Please contact your HR department or use Charity Navigator’s free matching gift search tool to explore your company’s matching gift opportunities. 

Payroll Deduction – United way or ask your HR department – Make giving easy and automatic by donating through your employer’s payroll deduction program. Small contributions deducted regularly can add up to a big impact. Check with your HR department to enroll and support our mission effortlessly throughout the year.