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Popular tax-smart gifts

Many people are increasingly choosing to give non-cash assets, so they can have a bigger impact at less cost to them.

Explore tax-smart gift options

Learn about gifts that maximize the impact of your support while providing tax benefits for you!

Stocks and securities

Many people love donating stock or mutual funds because it may help them avoid paying capital gains taxes.

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Donor Advised Funds

Easily recommend grants to Colorado Mountain College Foundation for tax-efficient giving.

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Qualified Charitable Distributions

Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and our mission.

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Planned giving, supporting local community members

Since 1985, the Colorado Mountain College Foundation has built sustainable community support for the needs and strategic priorities of Colorado Mountain College and its students. Our donors invest in the future by supporting a dynamic, accessible institution that is relevant to today’s students and workforce.

After my father’s sudden passing, I questioned my purpose and rekindled my passion for helping others. I changed careers to health care, but worried about paying for another degree. CMC provided financial resources, allowing me to complete nursing prerequisites and my degree without debt. Thanks to CMC, I have a solid foundation for my nursing career in Summit County.

Laura Skaggs

We’re here to help you meet your goals!

Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.

Name: Diana Scherr

Title :Director of Development

Phone: 970-569-2966

Email: dscherr@coloradomtn.edu

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More ways to make an impact

Gifts in a will or trust

Donations in your will or trust are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will (for free!).

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Beneficiary designations

Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.

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Gifts that pay you back

Give assets while providing yourself or others with income for a period of time or distributions at a later date.

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