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| How
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size or giving method-will work to preserve our past and
build our future.
Whether you choose to give a one-time contribution, make a pledge over time, donate stock, or arrange to support the AFGS through your estate plans, remember that your gift is
going to make a difference. |
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Please keep in mind that purchasing a building is just the start. Much like owning a home, maintaining and renovation a
structure is an ongoing process. |
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The building fund will continue after the purchase and initial renovations and repairs
are completed. We hope that you will consider including AFGS in your estate planning. |
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Remember, AFGS is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible as
allowed by law. |
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donate by mail complete the pledge card and return it
to the address on the pledge card. |
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If you have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), here is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the American French Genealogical Society’s effort to transform its new permanent home into a Franco-American cultural center.
Section 1201 of the Pension Protection Act of 2006 permits seniors age 70 1/2 and older to make a charitable gift of up to $100,000 per person from traditional IRAs. Read More Information.
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| Here are a few ways that giving to the AFGS Building Fund might be right for you: |
| Current Gifts |
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Make an outright gift of cash or securities |
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You may choose to make your donation in memory of a loved one |
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Make a one-to-three year pledge of cash or securities that spreads your giving over time |
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Use a distribution from a qualified retirement plan to tap into sheltered resources and minimize tax
consequences |
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Take advantage of a matching gift program from your employer or your spouse's employer |
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| Deferred Gifts |
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Retain total control of your assets during your lifetime but include a charitable bequest to the American French Genealogical Society Building Fund in your will or
trust |
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Bypass potential estate and income taxes by designating the American French Genealogical Society Building Fund as beneficiary of a retirement plan, pension benefits, or an IRA |
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| FAQ
- Frequently Asked Questions about Donating on line |
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| Online Donations |
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| Online donations
by credit card can
be made to AFGS |
| You will be able
to give a one time donation or spread your
donations over time. Also if you want you can
make your donation
anonymous. |
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| The first selection
is the Donation Amount this can be a one time donation or you can donate that same amount monthly for one two or three years. Anything you can donate will be appreciated. |
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you would like to donate Anonymously, please
slect that button. |
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Also if you would like
to give your donation to the building fund in the
Memory of someone. Please fill out the
"Donation
In Memory Form".
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Thank You
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Thank you for considering
Donating to the American French Genealogical
Society Building Fund. You can make a tremendous difference and become a very important part of this
goal to secure our own building. We appreciate your support and invite you to share your comments and ideas with us so that we can
continue to our goal of "Preserving
our Past...Building our
Future".
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Thanks again for your support! |
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If you have any
questions about the Building Fund including
Donating contact the AFGS Building
Fund. attention Norm Deragon.
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| Online Contributions FAQ |
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| How does this all work? |
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American French Genealogical Society uses Americart service. You fill out a secure online form. |
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| Is
it Secure? |
| Americart is a reputable company that uses the latest in security technology. It has implemented the following safeguards. |
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| What
about my privacy? |
| Contributions are made through a secure web server. The information provided while making a contribution will not be sold to third parties. |
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| Will
I get a confirmation? |
| Print the page displayed during the process which says your transaction was placed and it will give you a conformation number. Any please
contact the AFGS Building
Fund. attention Norm Deragon. |
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| What
will the donation look like on my credit card
statement? |
| It
will show a transaction AFGS |
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| Who
do I contact if I have a question? |
| If you have any
questions about the Building Fund including
Donating contact the AFGS Building
Fund. attention Norm Deragon. |
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