Tax Credit Information

The Arizona charitable tax credit law, ARS 43-1088, provides state taxpayers an incentive to make an annual cash donation. Crisis Nursery serves as a Qualified Charitable Organization and contributions up to $200 (for an individual return) and $400 (for those filing joint married returns) may earn a dollar for dollar credit on Arizona income tax.

It's not too late to make a gift that will qualify you for the credit!  Donate online or make a contribution postmarked by December 31,2009.

If you are interested in finding out more about this program, please call the Arizona Department of Revenue at 1-800-352-4090, in Phoenix call (602) 255-3381 or access the website at http://www.azdor.gov/Refunds%20and%20Credits/charitablecredits.htm

Become a Champion for Children

The Champions for Children Society is for those individuals willing to make a multi-year financial commitment to Crisis Nursery�s programs.

To become a member of the Champions for Children Society, an individual makes a five year pledge. At a minimum, $1,000 per year for five years is required. The following outlines the giving levels of this program:

• $1,000 per year for five years Shining Star
• $5,000 per year for five years Silver Star
• $10,000 per year for five years Gold Star
• $25,000 per year for five years All Star

Your commitment as a �Champion� will ensure that Crisis Nursery�s services will continue to be available to those children and families most in need for years to come.

Become a Guardian Angel

The Guardian Angels are families and individuals who have committed to the mission of �breaking the cycle of child abuse and neglect� by leaving a planned gift from their estate to Crisis Nursery. It is a commitment rather than an amount that qualifies an individual as a Crisis Nursery Guardian Angel.

Qualifications for Guardian Angel membership:

• Creating a Charitable Remainder Trust naming Crisis Nursery as a beneficiary
• Naming Crisis Nursery as a beneficiary in your will, living trust, life insurance, or IRA/retirement plan

Donate Stocks and Securities

You can make a gift of securities (stocks, bonds and mutual funds) to Crisis Nursery. By donating appreciated securities, you receive distinct tax advantages. If you own publicly traded stocks or bonds that have appreciated in value and are long-term in nature (owned for more than 12 months), you may want to consider the income tax benefits of giving securities over cash.

To transfer a gift of securities to Crisis Nursery:

• Notify your broker of your intentions and ask him/ her to call us to work out the transfer details
• Discount brokers and others will require specific written instructions.

Please call us for any necessary details.

Make a Memorial or Tribute in honor of a loved one

A memorial or tribute is a gratifying way to honor the memory of a loved one or celebrate the accomplishments, birthday or anniversary of a friend or family member, while helping Crisis Nursery.

Upon making a donation, we will send a card to that person or family member acknowledging your contribution and you will also receive a card confirming that your donation has been received and that a gift card has been sent.Every gift is tax deductible.