Giving FAQ

Can I donate by check or wire transfer?

Yes! Please email gifts@b612foundation.org to let us know a check/wire/ACH is on the way and follow the instructions below.

 

To send a gift by mail, send your check or money order to:

B612 Foundation
Attn: Gifts Administration
20 Sunnyside Ave
Suite F
Mill Valley, CA 94941

 

To donate by wire transfer:

B612 Foundation
20 Sunnyside Ave
Suite F
Mill Valley, CA 94941

 

Account # 7309680044
Routing # 121000248
SWIFT Code: WFBIUS6S

 

Wells Fargo Bank
420 Montgomery St
San Francisco, CA 94104

 

Please include donor name in memo line.

 

To donate by ACH:
B612 Foundation
Account # 7309680044
ACH Routing # 121042882

 

Wells Fargo Bank
420 Montgomery St
San Francisco, CA 94104

Can I donate with a credit card?

Yep. You can donate with a credit card on our donate page here. Or, if you prefer, you can donate through Network for Good.

Can I donate with cryptocurrency?

Yes, we accept cryptocurrency donations, which are processed via BitPay. BitPay is an electronic payment processing system for cryptocurrency. BitPay enables online merchants to accept bitcoins, as a form of payment like payments from Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Google Wallet and Paypal.

Our Bitcoin donation page is here.

Can I donate through Network for Good?

Yes. Just head to our Network for Good page.

Can I donate appreciated stock?

The B612 Foundation is pleased to accept gifts of stock. A stock contribution is valued based on IRS regulations. The value is determined by the mean of the high and the low value of the security on the day that it is credited to a nonprofit account. DTC transfers of securities are received anonymously. In order to track your gift’s arrival and ensure that it is credited properly, please forward a copy of your instructions sent to your broker to us. Instructions may be faxed to 1.650.618.1493 or emailed to gifts@b612foundation.org.

 

Tell your Broker the following for gifting securities to B612:

  • Morgan Stanley
  • DTC Clearing #: 0015
  • FBO: B612 Foundation
  • Account: #: 924-058362-045

Please note the last part of the number (-045) is generally not needed to send securities but a few systems require it.

 

And you will want to provide your broker instructions about the gift:

  • CUSIP number of the Stock
  • Symbol and name of the Stock
  • The number of shares
  • The tax identification number for B612 Foundation is 54-2078469
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Tito’s CHEERS has issued an exciting challenge grant to our organization: they will match donations up to $1 million to help us enable scientific exploration, economic development, and the protection of Earth from asteroid impacts. Learn more about it here.

Can I make a bequest to B612 Foundation?

Yes. Planned gifts can provide tax savings for you or your estate while supporting work that is important for the Earth. If you would like to make a bequest, please contact gifts@b612foundation.org for more information.

Can I give anonymously?

Yes, you can make an anonymous gift online through Network for Good or by contacting gifts@b612foundation.org for more information.

How can I set up a monthly gift or change a monthly gift I've already set up?

Setting up monthly giving is easy through our donate page or through Network for Good.

 

To change or stop your monthly gift, you will have to log into your PayPal account or Network for Good account and edit your settings.

Do you have a Ways to Give document or a pledge form I can download?

We do. You can find our latest Ways to Give and pledge form here.

Does B612 Foundation have a 501(c)(3) designation?

Yes, B612 Foundation is a recognized exempt charitable organization. You can access our Guidestar listing here. Guidestar does require you to create a free account or you can download our IRS Determination letter here for your records.

What is the B612 Foundation’s tax identification number?

The tax identification number for B612 Foundation is 54-2078469.

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes. All monetary donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by tax laws. Your financial advisor can help with with any questions about your specific tax circumstances.

What is B612 Foundation’s privacy policy?

Your privacy is very important to us. We will never rent, sell or share your personal information with any third party.

If you do not wish to be listed on Our Supporters page, you can either make a gift anonymously through Network for Good, or by letting us know of your wishes by emailing gifts@b612foundation.org.

I misplaced my tax receipt. How can I get another copy?

Tax receipts are provided for all donations. When making a contribution online, you receive an electronic receipt immediately. If you have any questions about your online donation or cannot locate your online donation receipt, email gifts@b612foundation.org or call 650-644-4539.

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