Donate Stock to Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
Turn Your Appreciated Stock Into Justice for Tennesseans
Did you know donating stock is one of the most tax-smart and impactful ways to support civil legal aid in Tennessee? When you give appreciated stock directly to the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, you bypass capital gains taxes entirely and receive a full charitable deduction — meaning more of your investment goes toward justice, not taxes.
Why Donate Stock Instead of Cash?
Donating stock to a nonprofit like Legal Aid Society offers significant advantages over a cash gift:
- Avoid capital gains tax on appreciated securities
- Deduct the full fair market value of your stock gift
- Give more without spending more out of pocket
- 100% of your gift goes to our work — no platform fees through Every.org
Example: Stock purchased for $500 now worth $2,500 — donating it directly saves you capital gains tax on the $2,000 gain AND earns a $2,500 charitable deduction.
How to Donate Stock to Legal Aid Society — Simple, Secure, and Fee-Free
We've partnered with Every.org, a nonprofit fundraising platform, to make stock giving easy. No brokerage account required on our end. No platform fees. 100% of your gift reaches us.
Three simple steps:
- Click the "Donate Stock" button below
- Enter the ticker symbol and number of shares on Every.org's secure form
- Your broker receives instant transfer instructions — done
Most gifts are processed within 3–5 business days. You'll receive an IRS-compliant tax receipt automatically.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Donating Stock to a Nonprofit
Can I donate stock to a nonprofit? Yes. Any publicly traded stock, mutual fund, or ETF can be donated directly to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit like the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands.
Do I pay capital gains tax when I donate stock? No. When you donate appreciated stock directly to a nonprofit, you avoid capital gains tax entirely and can deduct the full fair market value of the shares.
Is there a fee to donate stock through Every.org? No. Every.org charges zero platform fees for stock donations. 100% of the converted value goes to Legal Aid Society.
What stocks can I donate? Any publicly traded securities — individual stocks, ETFs, or mutual funds — held for more than one year to qualify for the full fair market value deduction.
Will I receive a tax receipt? Yes. Every.org automatically sends IRS-compliant donation receipts to all stock donors.