Consumer Reports Appreciated Assets

Did you know that you can support Consumer Reports mission by donating appreciated assets like real estate, stocks, art works etc. to Consumers Union.

Why Appreciated Assets?

By donating an appreciated asset to Consumer Reports you may benefit from an income tax charitable deduction at the current market value and not pay capital gains on the asset.

You can also designate the ownership of your personal residence and retain the right to live there through your lifetime. You will receive a charitable deduction and retain lifetime use of your home.

How Can I Find Out More?

Contact Martin I. Kagan at (914) 378-2164 or mkagan@consumer.org. Or write to Martin at:

Martin I. Kagan
Senior Director, Development
Consumers Union
101 Truman Ave
Yonkers, NY 10703

This is not legal advice. Any prospective donor should seek the advice of a qualified estate and/or tax professional to determine the consequences of his or her gift.