Ways to Give
For any questions about making a donation of any kind, please contact: Development@CoVillageCo.org
Our work is only possible because of the incredible generosity of our supporters. We invite you to give at a level that is meaningful to you - your donation is significant to ensuring people experiencing homelessness have safe shelter.
Homeless Contribution Tax Credit (HCTC) Program
The Colorado Homeless Contribution Income Tax Credit provides a state income tax credit to Colorado taxpayers who contribute to eligible homelessness-related projects within Colorado. Created by Colorado House Bill 2022 - 1083 (HB22-1083), HCTC replaces the Enterprise Zone Tax Credit previously available.
Cash gifts of $100 or more can qualify for HCTC, including cumulative gifts that total $100 or more by the end of the tax year.
Donate Stock & Securities
Stock donations are an easy and powerful way to support CVC while still receiving a significant tax break. You won’t pay capital gains tax on the securities, and you’ll get a tax deduction for the fair market value on the date of transfer.
Please contact development@covillageco.org to begin the process of transferring stocks or securities.
Donate Items
At present, we are able to accept certain clothing and household items for donation, as per the list provided below. In the event that you wish to donate an item that is not included on this list, please do not hesitate to reach out to us via email in advance, so that we may verify whether an exception can be made.
Please do note that, regrettably, any items brought to our facility without prior communication will be unable to be accepted.
Corporate Partnerships
Your business or organization can directly contribute to CVC in a number of ways, and we are always excited to discuss opportunities for partnerships!
Sponsor and support one of our programs or events
Donate in-kind goods or services for our community members and sites
Donate a percent of your company's profits to CVC
Create a promotional partnership through an online digital campaign or other cause-related marketing opportunity
Double your employee donations by providing matching gifts
Hold an event or fundraiser to benefit CVC
Donate a percent of your sales on a monthly, quarterly, or yearly basis
Donor Advised Funds
A donor advised fund (DAF) is a type of giving program administered by a third party that provides you with the flexibility and most favorable tax benefits to easily support your favorite charities. DAFs are simple, flexible, and tax-efficient.
Matching Gifts
Double your gift to CVC! Many employers match donations of employees, retirees, or board members. Use our convenient Double the Donation tool to see if your employer will match your gift!
Even More Ways to Give
Donate your car: Our Vehicle Donation Program allows you to donate your car as a new way to give back! We accept all types of vehicles, the pick-up is free, and we’ll take the stressful paperwork off your desk. To learn more visit, careasy.org/nonprofit/colorado-village-collaborative
Retirement & IRAs: If you are 70 1/2 or older, you may transfer up to $100,000 per year directly from your traditional IRA to a qualified charity. If your spouse has a separate IRA, they are also eligible to make a charitable IRA rollover gift. The amount of the transfer will not be included in your taxable income, and the transferred amount counts toward the IRA’s required minimum distribution. Ask your financial advisor how to make a charitable distribution toward CVC today!
Planned Giving: Leave a legacy on the path for safe and stable housing. Charitable bequests of any amount help ensure the sustainability of our organization and programs well into the future. To create a bequest, name Colorado Village Collaborative as a beneficiary in your will, retirement plan, or life insurance policy.
Host an Event: A bake sale, bike ride, or dance-off is a fun and easy way to raise money for CVC. Your creativity is endless, and we would love to hear your ideas!