OREGON HARBOR OF HOPE · 501 (C) (3) NONPROFIT
Every Gift
Matters.
Many powerful ways to support our mission, from a simple monthly gift to a legacy that lasts generations. Find the one that is right for you.
ALL DONATIONS TO OREGON HARBOR OF HOPE ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE UNDER IRS SECTION 501(C)(3)
For Individuals
Personal Ways to Give
MONTHLY RECURRING GIFT
The most powerful gift you can give. A monthly contribution , even $25 , creates reliable, sustaining support that lets us plan ahead, hire staff, and serve more women returning from incarceration. Set it once and change lives every month.
ONE-TIME CASH GIFT
Donate by check, credit/debit card, or online at any time. Every dollar supports our three programs: the FIRST STEP Fund, Portland Voice, and The Five Principles.
FUNDRAISE ON OUR BEHALF
Create a personal fundraising page for a birthday, marathon, or milestone and invite your network to give. Peerto-peer fundraising multiplies your impact exponentially.
APPRECIATED STOCK OR SECURITIES
Donate stocks, mutual funds, or ETFs that have grown in value. You avoid capital gains tax and deduct the full fair market value , often more taxefficient than giving cash.
IRA QUALIFIED CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTION (QCD)
If you're 70½ or older, transfer up to $105,000 directly from your IRA to OHOH , tax-free. It counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and isn't included in your taxable income.
BEQUEST (WILL OR TRUST)
Leave a legacy by naming Oregon Harbor of Hope as a beneficiary in your will or living trust. A bequest of any size creates lasting impact and costs nothing today. Contact us for suggested language.
CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUST (CRT)
Transfer assets , cash, real estate, or securities , into a trust that pays you (or a loved one) income for life. The remaining value passes to OHOH. You receive an immediate charitable deduction.
CHARITABLE LEAD TRUST (CLT)
A trust that makes annual gifts to OHOH for a set period, after which the remaining assets pass to your heirs , often with reduced estate or gift tax. A powerful tool for estate planning with philanthropic intent.
LIFE INSURANCE POLICY
Name OHOH as a beneficiary or owner of an existing or new life insurance policy. Donating a paid-up policy can yield a charitable deduction equal to its cash value.
REAL ESTATE GIFT
Donate a home, land, or commercial property outright or through a retained life estate (you keep the right to live there). You receive a deduction for the full appraised value and avoid capital gains.
DONOR-ADVISED FUND (DAF)
Contribute to a Donor-Advised Fund (Fidelity Charitable, Schwab, Oregon Community Foundation, etc.) and recommend a grant to OHOH at any time. Ideal for bundling deductions in high-income years.
CREDIT CARD REWARDS & POINTS
Some credit card programs allow you to convert points or rewards into charitable donations. Check with your issuer , it's a way to give without spending anything extra.
TRIBUTE OR MEMORIAL GIFT
Honor a loved one , in celebration or in memory , with a gift to OHOH. We'll send a personal acknowledgment to the honoree or their family.
IN-KIND DONATION
Donate goods or professional services with tangible value , laptops, office supplies, legal or accounting services, printing, event space. Deductible at fair market value.
For Businesses & Corporations
Corporate Ways to Give
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
Partner with Oregon Harbor of Hope as a named sponsor of a program, event, or initiative. Our three programs , the FIRST STEP Fund (direct reentry support), Portland Voice (pdxvoice.org), and The Five Principles (fiveprinciplespdx.org) , offer meaningful sponsorship opportunities with brand recognition, co-marketing, and deep community impact. A deductible business expense when structured properly.
EMPLOYEE MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM
Many companies match employee donations 1:1 or 2:1. Encourage your team to donate to OHOH and your company doubles or triples the impact , at no additional cost to employees.
CORPORATE FOUNDATION GRANT
Companies with private or corporate foundations can grant funds directly to 501(c)(3) organizations. OHOH welcomes grant applications for operating and capital needs.
PRODUCT OR INVENTORY DONATION
Businesses can donate excess inventory, equipment, or products. Under IRS rules, C-corporations may deduct up to twice the cost basis for certain donated inventory.
NAMING RIGHTS & CAPITAL GIFTS
Contribute to a capital project , such as OHOH's Reentry Resource Hub (van, technology, office improvements) , and your company's name can be permanently recognized on the space or asset.
PRO BONO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Law firms, accounting firms, PR agencies, tech companies, and others can donate professional services. OHOH benefits from expert support; the company builds community relationships.
CAUSE-RELATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN
Pledge a percentage of sales or revenue during a defined period to OHOH. Consumers increasingly choose brands aligned with social causes , a win for your business and our mission.
PAYROLL GIVING PROGRAM
Offer employees the option to give to OHOH through automatic payroll deductions , a simple, pre-tax way to build a culture of generosity inside your organization.
EVENT HOSTING OR UNDERWRITING
Host a fundraising event at your venue, underwrite the cost of a donor luncheon, or organize a team volunteer day. In-kind event support is deductible and creates deep relationship with our work.
MULTI-YEAR PLEDGE
Commit to a multi-year gift , paid annually , to support a specific program or operating need. Pledges give OHOH the ability to plan, hire, and grow with confidence.
Ready to Make a Difference?
The following pages outline all the ways you can support Oregon Harbor of Hope and fuel all three of our programs, from a one-time gift to a legacy that lasts generations. Every gift matters.
info@oregonharborofhope.org