Ways to Give
Your generosity makes a world of difference.
Every gift to the World Affairs Council makes a difference. Consider becoming a monthly donor to provide consistent, year-round support.
Your gift is tax-deductible. Your donation today will support our programs and operations in greatest need as we advance global understanding in our community.
Give online today using a credit card, bank transfer, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Give today with a check.
Make your check payable to “World Affairs Council” and mail to:
World Affairs Council
Tax ID # (EIN): 91-0586924
Donate appreciated stocks or securities.
Donating appreciated stocks or securities can be a smart, tax-efficient way to give. Avoid capital gains tax by deducting the full market value as soon as you order the transfer.
For the benefit of:
World Affairs Council of Seattle
Tax ID# (EIN): 91-0586924
Account #: BD02400
FDTC# / DTC#: 2736
Institutional ID #: 67993
Institutional Interested Party #: 67993
Agent Bank ID #: 67993
Agent Bank Name: ZIONS BANK/Trust Operations
Agent Bank Address: 1 S. Main St., Suite 1700, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Stock transfers may not include donor information. If you would like to receive recognition of your gift, please let us know by sending an email to give@world-affairs.org.
Leverage your employer’s matching gift program.
Multiply the impact of your gift by leveraging your employer’s matching gift program. Gifts that are typically eligible for matching include:
- Current employee gifts
- Gifts from employee spouses
- Retiree gifts
Check with your HR department or this link to find out if your company participates. The World Affairs Council participates in the Washington State Combined Fund Drive (CFD).
Give from your donor-advised fund or IRA.
Maximize your impact through tax-smart giving—make a gift from your donor-advised fund (DAF) or, if you’re 70½ or older, consider a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to the World Affairs Council. These options can help meet your required minimum distribution or recommend a grant in a simple, efficient way.
Ask your financial provider to direct your gift today to:
World Affairs Council
Tax ID # (EIN): 91-0586924
Plan your gift.
A bequest is one of the simplest ways to leave a legacy. You can designate a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or particular assets to support the World Affairs Council through your will, trust, or beneficiary form.
World Affairs Council
Tax ID # (EIN): 91-0586924
Give with crypto, PayPal, or Venmo
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Tax ID # (EIN): 91-0586924
Make a memorial gift or tribute today
Honor someone special with a gift in their name. Tribute gifts are a meaningful way to reflect someone’s values and their impact on the world. Simply choose any giving method include the honoree’s name. We’ll notify their family or colleagues, while the amount stays private.
Simply note the tribute in the online donation form above.
Membership
Membership in the Council is the first step toward investing in our important work. Your individual membership in the Council allows you access to meaningful programs and events. And your yearly membership provides sustainable funding that allows us to focus on our mission. Start your membership journey today!
Contact
Gretchen Wilson-Prangley
Director of Development
gwilsonprangley@world-affairs.org
Nathan Sharpe
Community Engagement Officer
nsharpe@world-affairs.org
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