A charitable gift annuity is a great way to secure a steady, fixed stream of income for life while conserving wildlife for future generations. Gift annuities are simple to establish - just transfer cash, stock or mutual fund shares to Denver Zoo and, in exchange, you will receive a fixed annuity for life (you must be 50 or older and contribute a minimum gift of $5,000).
The annuity rate is determined by the
age(s) of the beneficiaries when the gift is established. Current rates are as follows:
Age Rate
50 5.3%
55 5.5%
60 5.7%
65 6.0%
70 6.5%
75 7.1%
80 8.0%
85 9.5%
90 11.3% |
| Click here for our gift calculator to see your rate and your tax deduction. |
How it works:
Benefits
- income for life
- higher returns than certificates of deposit
- up-front charitable deduction for a portion of your gift
- partially tax-free payments
- and, most important, protection of wildlife for future generations
Deferred Gift Annuity – great retirement planning
If you want to begin receiving annuity income at a later date, or if you are under age 50, you can establish a deferred gift annuity. Some people like the idea of making a gift now when their earnings may be higher with payments to begin at a future date, for example at retirement. The length of deferment and your age when payments begin determine your rate - the longer you defer payments, the higher your rate. You still will receive a charitable deduction in the year the gift is made.
Sample rates for individuals 50 – 60 with 5 and 10 year payment deferrals:
Age Now 5 Year Deferral 10 Year Deferral
50 7.0% 9.4%
55 7.3% 9.9%
60 7.7% 10.7% |
| Click here for our gift calculator to see your rate and your tax deduction. |
For More Information
Email us, complete the confidential illustration form, or call us at 303-376-4863 so we can assist you.
Denver Zoological Foundation
Gift Planning Department
2300 Steele Street
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 376-4863
Email us
The material on this web site is intended to provide general information, not legal or tax advice about specific situations or problems. Donors are encouraged to consult a lawyer or accountant for legal or tax matters.
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