- Cash contributions. Gifts made with a check or credit card immediately

go to work for BWH. You can even give online.
- Securities and stocks. Enjoy the tax benefits of giving BWH appreciated securities, mutual fund shares and other types of property.
- Estates and bequests. A gift made through your will may be the best way for you to make a sizeable contribution to the hospital.
- Retirement plans. Naming BWH as a beneficiary of an IRA, 401(k) or 403(b) can reduce taxes -- and result in a significant gift to the hospital.
- Life insurance. As with retirement assets, you can name BWH a beneficiary of your life insurance policy.
- Gifts that return income. These gifts provide a guaranteed income to a donor or beneficiary.
- Gifts-in-kind. These are donations of tangible personal property.
- Matching gifts. Your company may double your contribution to BWH.
- Real estate. Transfer commercial property, a residence or other real
estate holdings to BWH.
- Tribute giving. Make a gift in honor or memory of someone special.
To receive a copy of "The Power of Giving," which explains the different charitable options listed above and their benefits to donors, contact Development Officer Carl Finn at 617-424-4300 or by email.