Turn your investments into lifesaving action.
Donating stock is a powerful way to support Pet Friendly Services—and it can offer big tax advantages for you, too!
Why Donate Stock?
When you donate appreciated stock (stock that has increased in value since you bought it), you can:
Avoid Capital Gains Tax
Selling stock can trigger capital gains tax on the profit. But when you donate the stock directly to a nonprofit like Pet Friendly Services, you avoid that tax entirely.
Maximize Your Tax Deduction
You may be able to deduct the full fair market value of the stock on your taxes (if you itemize your deductions), not just what you paid for it.
Help Animals Even More
Because you avoid taxes, your donation goes further—meaning more spay/neuter surgeries, fewer homeless pets, and greater impact statewide.
Example:
You bought stock for $1,000. It’s now worth $2,000.
- If you sell it, you could owe tax on the $1,000 gain
- If you donate it, you avoid the tax and can deduct the full $2,000.
- Pet Friendly Services receives the full value, tax-free!
How to Get Started
Giving stock is simple, and we’re here to help!
- Contact us at info@PetFriendlyServices.org to let us know you’d like to make a stock donation.
- We’ll provide the brokerage information and walk you through the process.
- Once the stock is transferred, we’ll send you a tax receipt for your records.
Questions?
We’re happy to help! Email us at info@PetFriendlyServices.org or call 317-767-7771.
Your gift of stock can change lives—thank you for helping Indiana’s cats and dogs through your generosity.