The results of Philanthropy are always beyond calculation -Miriam Beard
Ways of Giving
There are various ways in which you can make gifts that have an immediate and lasting impact on the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology. Your generosity will help our scientists pursue medical breakthroughs toward new treatments and cures for immune system diseases. Please consider making a gift in the form that fits you and your situation best.
A Gift Online - Donate Now
Outright Gifts of Cash - Contributions of cash are simple to do and provide immediate tax savings. Additionally, gifts of this kind benefit the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology now. Checks should be made payable to “LIAI” or “La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology” and mailed to:
La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology
ATTN: External Relations
9420 Athena Circle
La Jolla, CA 92037
Gifts of Securities
Contributions of appreciated publicly traded securities can provide you with multiple tax advantages. Stock certificates can be delivered directly to the Institute in person or by mail, or preferably, transferred directly from your brokerage account to the Institute. For specific instructions, please contact External Relations at (858) 752-6542.
Gifts of Real Estate
The tax benefits of appreciated real estate provide you with an immediate tax deduction, and capital gains tax savings. Real estate can be made now or through your will or living trust. Donors can also make a tax-deductible current gift of their home while continuing to live in and enjoy it for their lifetimes with a gift of retained life interest. For more information please contact External Relations at (858) 752-6542
Gifts of Intellectual Property
Gifts of intellectual property such as copyrights, patents, royalties, licenses, and technical data are welcome. The tax and legal provisions that govern these gifts vary according to the type of property. Please contact External Relations with your inquiry at (858) 752-6542.
An Estate Gift
Bequests are wonderful ways in which to leave a lasting legacy for the generations that follow. For more information, including sample bequest language to give to your estate planner, please call External Relations at (858) 752-6542.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
A Charitable Remainder Trust allows you to make a significant gift through your estate while retaining an income for you or loved ones for life or a term of years. In addition, you can receive immediate charitable income tax benefits when you establish a charitable remainder trust. To discuss if this is an appropriate way to make a gift to the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology for you, please call External Relations at (858) 752-6542.
Gifts of Life Insurance
Some of the most satisfying uses for life insurance policies are connected with charitable giving. Gifts of Life Insurance are a way to give a large gift with low cost to you, and receive the current deductions as well as possible future deductions.
Charitable Gift Annuities
In exchange for a transfer of cash or marketable securities valued at $25,000 or more, we will guarantee to pay a specified annuity to you or other selected beneficiaries for life. In addition to your immediate charitable deduction, a portion of the annual income you receive will be a tax-free return of principal. For specific details, please contact External Relations at (858) 752-6542.