WAYS TO GIVE

 

The Avon Education Foundation (AEF) is a 501(c)3, non-profit, tax-exempt organization.

This means that qualifying donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law.

 

«   Gifts of Cash - The simplest way to give is an unrestricted gift so that your funds will be used where they are needed most.  To make your tax deductible donation, click here to get a Donation Form. Please mail the completed form with your check to the address on the form.  Or click the button below to donate now through PayPal:

«   No-Show Gala - Building on the success of the Avon High School 50th Anniversary Gala in April 2008, we partnered with the High School Parent Teacher Organization to NOT hold this fun event this year. Get the flyer by clicking here.

 

«   Pavers for Posterity - Support education in the arts.  Commission permanent records of remembrance honoring families, students, graduates and businesses.  Engraved pavers will be installed in the new walkway at the student drop off entrance to the expanded Avon High School.  Learn more by clicking here.

 

«   C.H.E.E.R! for Education - Say thank you to a special teacher, administrator or other friend of education.  Download the C.H.E.E.R! form by clicking here

 

«   Workplace Giving & Employer Matching Funds--More Bang for Your Buck!

    Make your generous donation worth even more. Many companies give employees an opportunity to support the United Way through payroll deductions, and you can designate some or all of your gift to go to the AEF by writing us in:

Avon Education Foundation, P.O. Box 548, Avon, CT  06001-0548

(860) 673-2495

EIN 20-0944178

Employers often match the gifts their employees make directly to non-profit organizations, too, and some match donations by spouses/domestic partners and by retirees. A number of companies will even “match” volunteer hours with dollars as well. These programs go by a variety of names. See some examples by clicking here. To support innovative educational programs in Avon, check with your employer and your spouse’s to see if they will match your gift of money or time to the Avon Education Foundation.

 

«   Tribute Gifts - Consider tribute gifts for special life events and accomplishments of a treasured friend or family member.  Use the occasion to share your passion for education in honor of the treasured person or special event.  To find out more and to make a Tribute Gift, click here.  

 

«   Donate a Vehicle - If you have a vehicle you no longer need, consider donating it to the Avon Education Foundation.  Click here to find out how.

 

Contact us for more information about these other ways to support Avon Education Foundation:

«    Endowment

«     Challenge Grant

«    Gifts of Appreciated Securities, Closely Held Stock and Mutual Funds - These gifts can be beneficial to both you and the AEF.  Contact us for more information.

«    Estate Planning - Planned gifts are a great way to make a long-lasting and valuable contribution at a level you may not have thought possible, while taking advantage of current tax laws.  You can also name the AEF in your will or living trust.  Contact us and/or your tax advisor for more details.

 

For more information about making a gift or specific gift planning options, email us at info@avonedfoundation.org