Donor Advised Funds

A donor-advised fund, or DAF, is a charitable giving program that allows you to combine the most favorable tax benefits with the flexibility to support favorite causes. It’s like a charitable savings account. 

Your financial advisor or tax professional can advise you on the full range of tax benefits that are eligible under this popular method of charitable giving.

When you make a DAF contribution, you will need provide your financial advisory or tax professional with the EIN number for Habitat for Humanity.

Habitat for Humanity EIN Number: ____

Additionally, please email Habitat for Humanity to either of the following staff to notify us of your contribution and provide your name and mailing address. We want to properly acknowledge your generosity.

For more information please contact Amy Farrier at amy.farrier@habitatskc.org

Land and Property Donations

Finding decent, safe, affordable housing is not easy for King county families. For Habitat for Humanity Seattle-King County, finding affordable land to build on is one of our greatest challenges.

Land acquisition is a costly piece of the home building process. A top priority of Habitat is to identify and secure land for future projects.

When you donate land or property to Habitat for Humanity you are apart of the solution to fighting poverty here in Seattle-King County. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with philanthropic giving and securing a meaningful tax donation* while freeing yourself from a financially hindering property holding.

You can help in the following ways:

  • Make a tax-deductible donation of a vacant lot to be turned into a forever home
  • Make a partial donation of land. That is – you make a tax-deductible donation of land, and Habitat pays a percentage of the value of the land.
  • Donate a house in need of renovation. Habitat considers donations or purchase of homes that need renovation.
  • Partner with Habitat on a “mixed-income” development, which blends market-rate and Habitat homes.
  • Tell friends and associates that Habitat acquires vacant land and houses.

All types of real estate donations are greatly appreciated, including vacant lots/land, developed property, homes in need of repair, condemned sites, and commercial/retail/warehouse properties.

Get started today! Contact Patrick Sullivan, Chief Operating Officer at (206) 855-5004 to discuss if donating land or property is the right option for you.

*With all charitable gifts, it is important to consult with your attorney or financial advisor to ensure that you comply with state laws, receive maximum tax benefits, and that your wishes are accurately reflected in necessary legal documents.

Donate in Honor or Memorial of a Loved One

Everyone has that someone (or a few someone’s) who is a gift-giving challenge. Birthdays, Christmases, anniversaries — every year, it’s a struggle to find the right thing to show your friend or loved one just how special they are to you.

Let Habitat for Humanity help! Your gift will certainly make the people on your list feel good — and you’ll also both be helping more families achieve a stable, affordable home and the opportunity for a better future. Here are just a few Habitat gift options, perfect for those who have everything and perfect for any time of the year.

Give a “Gift from the Heart.” Your tax-deductible donation to Habitat SKC in honor of a friend or relative will go toward helping families build and improve places to call home. Your loved one will receive a personalized email or card in the mail telling them of your thoughtfulness. This gift can be given for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day to mark a milestone or achievement, or anytime you’d like. And you’ll be making a difference for years to come.

Find out more on Habitat International’s site