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Multiple ways to donate

Through your generosity, the center can continue offering engaging programs, hosting interactive community events, and curating exhibits that tell the powerful and underrepresented stories of Gullah history, traditions, and contributions. Additionally, your support helps protect and promote the unique cultural heritage of the Gullah people, ensuring that their legacy is celebrated and passed on to future generations. Together, we can honor the past, enrich the present, and empower the future.

Gift in your will

A gift in your will ensures your continued support of the Bluffton Gullah Cultural Heritage Center’s vital mission, allowing you to make an even greater impact for generations to come. Whether you choose a set amount or a percentage of your estate, your contribution will help preserve and share the rich history of the Gullah people. By including the center in your estate plan, you’ll join the Legacy Society, recognizing your commitment to honoring and sustaining Gullah culture for future generations.

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Gift of stock

If you're seeking a tax-efficient way to support the Bluffton Gullah Cultural Heritage Center, consider donating appreciated stock. By giving stock you've owned for over a year, you can avoid capital gains tax while receiving a charitable income tax deduction when you itemize, making your gift go even further.

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IRA charitable rollover

If you’re 70½ years old or older, you can support the Bluffton Gullah Cultural Heritage Center with a simple and tax-advantageous gift. Through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), also known as the IRA charitable rollover, you can donate up to $100,000 per year directly from your IRA, without paying income taxes on the gift, making it an impactful way to give.

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Beneficiary

Did you know there are assets not covered by a standard will or trust? IRA, 401(k), life insurance policies, and other accounts are considered "non-probate assets" and require separate planning. Using this online tool, you can log all your assets and designate the Bluffton Gullah Cultural Heritage Center as a beneficiary if you choose. You’ll also receive step-by-step instructions to easily set up each asset with your broker.

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