Current Gift Options
Cash
There is no easier way to give to Junior Achievement than through a gift of cash.
Major Credit Card
Use our online donation tool to make your online giving quick, easy, and secure. To donate, just follow these simple steps,
1. Follow this link.
2. Select "Richmond, VA" from the list of JA offices.
3. Enter your donation amount and E-mail address.
4. Enter your billing information.
5. Confirm the details of the donation and submit.
After you donate you will receive a confirmation/receipt. If the amount is over $250, you'll also receive an IRS-approved paper receipt.
Stock
Gifts of appreciated securities or stock can be one of the most advantageous ways of giving. You may be able to deduct the full fair market value of the stock as a charitable contribution, while bypassing all capital gains taxes.
Corporate Matching Gifts
Over 1000 companies match personal contributions made to an educational nonprofit organization.
Memorial Gifts
A loved one can be honored by a self-perpetuating scholarship, whereby the interest is used for tuition purposes.
Life Insurance
Junior Achievement can be made the beneficiary of an existing life insurance policy, or a new policy may be purchased to benefit the organization.
Gifts In Kind
Individuals and businesses may also support Junior Achievement through gifts of goods and services, as well as through goodwill and strong community relations with JA.
Special Events Sponsorships
The Greater Richmond Business Hall of Fame and the Bowl-A-Thon are held in the spring every year. Individuals and businesses may support JA by sponsoring or participating in these events. Click here to find out more about sponsorship opportunites with JA of Central Virginia.
Future Gift Options
Bequests
You may wish to consider a charitable bequest in your will, to benefit Junior Achievement while you save estate tax dollars at the same time.
Unitrust
A unitrust provides a unique way to give, offering substantial tax savings while providing an annual income to you or your family. The unitrust is funded with an asset such as appreciated property or securities. Within the unitrust, the assets can be sold and the proceeds reinvested to produce a greater yield for you the donor, as well as Junior Achievement.
Real Estate
Donations of a home, farm, or other real estate property, for which the donor retains the right of lifetime residency, may be given to Junior Achievement.
As with all financial matters, contact your professional tax advisor to learn how this general information relates to your individual circumstances.

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