Empower Youth Through Giving
From $5 to $5,000 every amount allows First Tee – South Puget Sound to provide educational programming to more than 2,500 youth throughout our communities. Click the link below to see what donation levels are available, or set up monthly automatic donations in just a few quick steps!
Legacy Giving
Thank you for considering First Tee — South Puget Sound as you honor your family member or friend. When honoring your loved one with a generous gift, please make checks payable to First Tee — South Puget Sound and send to First Tee at 7108 Lakewood Drive West, Tacoma, WA 98467. Along with your check, please include your name and address so we can acknowledge your gift, as well as the name and address of the family so we can let them know of your generosity.
Gifting Appreciated Stock
If you are considering a charitable contribution this year, it is in your best interest to seek out the most effective manner in which your money can work for you. Gifting appreciated stock is one of the most effective means of tax savings available.
| Donate Appreciated Securities Outright | Donate $10,000 Cash | Sell Securities & Donate Cash | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charitable Deduction | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Ordinary Income Tax Savings (assumes 35% rate) | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Capital Gains Tax Paid (assumes 15% tax rate on $8,000 gain) | $1,200 | N/A | $1,200 Paid |
| Net Tax Savings | $4,700 | $3,500 | $2,300 |