Gifts Anyone Can Afford
Did you know there are ways to support the Science Museum of Minnesota that don't affect your current lifestyle or your family's security?
- You can make a gift that costs you nothing during your lifetime.
- You can make a gift that leaves your cash flow and current financial planning unchanged.
- You don't have to use cash to make your gift; you can "buy low and give high" by making your gift with appreciated securities instead.
- You can give an asset you no longer need or want.
Popular Giving Arrangements
Gifts From Your Will or Trust
Need to preserve your assets during your lifetime? You can plan a gift to us that will only take effect after your other obligations have ceased.
Learn more about a Will Plan | Sample Bequest Language
Retirement Plan
Give us assets subject to double taxation, then leave more to your family. Learn more about a Retirement Plan
Appreciated Securities
Here's how to take advantage of appreciated securities without incurring capital gains tax. Learn more about Appreciated Securities
Life Insurance
You don't need a large estate to make a significant gift to us. Here's how you can leverage your dollars for a larger gift. Learn more about Life Insurance
Real Estate
A valuable asset you can donate in exchange for powerful tax benefits and even an income stream for you and/or your loved ones. Learn more about Real Estate
Personal Property
You can give us many kinds of personal property that enhance our mission and provide tax benefits to you. Learn more about Personal Property
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