Cash is the most frequently used means of giving. Checks or money orders should be made out to LREI. You can make a gift online with a Visa or Mastercard, or by contacting Director of Annual Giving Ryann Pointon Imperioli at 212-477-5316, ext. 232.

Matching gifts are a great way to maximize the impact of your generosity. If your company is eligible, request a matching gift form from your employer, and send it completed with your gift. We will do the rest.

Gifts of appreciated stock have significant tax advantages for the donor. By donating appreciated shares, you avoid paying the capital gains tax and receive a tax deduction for the full fair market value of the stock. Please note that the donor should not personally sell the security, but transfer it to LREI’s account. Please use the Transfer of Securities form found here.

Securities that have depreciated in value can also be used to make a contribution. In this case, however, donors should sell the stock themselves, taking advantage of the deductible loss, and contribute the proceeds to LREI as a cash gift.

Donors can make gifts to the Annual Fund in memory or in honor of a teacher or loved one. Their gesture will be recognized in the Annual Report and notes will be sent to family members of the honoree if appropriate.

LREI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and gifts are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.