A cash gift is usually the easiest to give, and it is deductible up to 50% of the adjusted gross income you report on your federal tax return.  If the amount of your gift exceeds the 50% limit, you can carry over the remainder for up to five years.

Cash gifts must be made in U.S. dollars and delivered either by check or wire transfer.  Your check should be made payable to The Rhode Island Foundation, noting the name of the specific endowment fund on the memo line.  If you plan to wire funds, contact the Foundation’s Gift Planning & Stewardship staff in advance for instructions.