A gift of listed securities

The most advantageous way to give to charity

In Canada, a gift of shares and other listed securities is the most tax-savvy way of making a charitable donation. You may already own securities that have grown in value. By transferring them directly to the YMCA, rather than selling them to donate the proceeds, you will not pay any capital gains tax on their disposition. You will also, of course, benefit from the charitable tax credit for donations.

Transferring securities to invest in our mission is easy and simple and can be done electronically by clicking on this link and choosing the YMCAs of Quebec Foundation: 

Find out more!

Alexandre Lebel
Vice president, Philanthropic Development
514 591-2554
alexandre.lebel@ymcaquebec.org

All inquiries are confidential.

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