Donate Now. Help End Hunger.
Every dollar you give to support our advocacy helps Bread for the World secure hundreds of dollars in lifesaving assistance for families in the United States and around the world.
Make a Gift
Our persistent and faithful advocacy has transformed the lives of millions of people, but we couldn’t do it without you.
For every dollar you donate, Bread helps win hundreds of dollars in federal government assistance for people experiencing hunger and poverty in the U.S. and around the world. That’s a powerful return on your investment to build pathways out of poverty.
We take our role as fiscal stewards seriously. We work to keep our overhead rate low and maximize the impact of every gift entrusted to us.
Give Monthly. Join the Baker’s Dozen
Join our Baker’s Dozen monthly giving program and help end hunger every month of the year. Your sustained support will provide the vital resources necessary for our advocacy together, equip our members to take action now, and organize like-minded advocates across the nation, month after month. Monthly giving is also easy—the amount you choose is automatically charged each month, and you can cancel or change your commitment at any time.
Donor-Advised Funds (DAF)
Giving through a donor-advised fund (DAF) is a tax-efficient way to support Bread for the World Institute.
With a DAF, you can make an immediate charitable contribution into the DAF qualifying for a tax deduction, all while taking your time to decide where to recommend grants from the fund in the future.
Bread for the World Institute is deeply appreciative of grants from DAFs, as they help sustain the Institute’s vital nonpartisan policy research and analysis on hunger, along with strategies to end it.
To direct a grant from your DAF to Bread for the World Institute, simply log into your fund’s portal, search for Bread for the World Institute, and indicate the amount you would like to contribute. You may also wish to name Bread for the World Institute as an organizational beneficiary of your donor-advised fund. You can also do so through your fund’s portal by using the information below.
Bread for the World Institute
Tax ID number: 51-0175510
If you are interested in establishing a DAF, please consult with your professional advisor.
Give in Honor or in Memory of Someone
Recognize someone special – or celebrate a birthday, wedding, anniversary, or other special event – by supporting Bread’s work to end hunger.
Tax-Smart Giving
Charitable Distribution from IRAs
Unlock a tax-smart approach to impact Bread for the World Institute throughout your lifetime by giving through your IRA, 401(k), 403(b), or other Qualified Retirement Plan.
If you are 70 ½ years or older, consider making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD), also known as an “IRA Charitable Rollover”, directing funds from your IRA to Bread for the World Institute. By doing so, you can make a tax-free gift now while fulfilling all or part of the Required Minimum Distribution and reducing your taxable income.
If you wish to give in this way, ensure your IRA administrator issues a check directly to Bread for the World Institute. Note that the total of all your 2024 QCD gifts cannot exceed $105,000 per person in a household. Your thoughtful contributions pave the way for meaningful change by providing food for the hungry.
Stocks and Securities
Explore tax-smart giving by considering the double tax benefits associated with donating publicly traded securities, commonly known as stocks and bonds, to Bread for the World Institute. Transferring stock held for a year and a day can grant you a tax deduction for its full market value and shield you from capital gains taxes on highly appreciated stock.
Contributing publicly traded securities not only results in savings on income and capital gains taxes but also provides a strategic way to support the Institute’s vital research and analysis, maximizing your financial advantages. While Bread for the World gladly accepts donations of stock or bonds, it is important to note that the donation itself is not tax-deductible.
For contributions to Bread for the World Institute (tax-deductible):
Account number: 001050977464
Tax ID number: 51-0175510
DTC number: 2803
For contributions to Bread for the World (not tax-deductible):
Account number: 001050977463
Tax ID number: 13-2803276
DTC number: 2803
Broker information:
U.S. Bank
Attn: Juanita Dixon
U.S. Bank Institutional Trust & Custody
1025 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 517
Washington, DC 20036
202-261-0784
[email protected]
If you have questions regarding donations of stock, please contact Christa Gleason at 800-822-7323, ext. 1128 or email [email protected]. If your personal broker will be working directly with our broker, please provide instructions to include your name in the transaction.
Charitable Gift Annuities
A charitable gift annuity provides fixed payments for life in exchange for a generous gift of cash or securities to Bread for the World Institute. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Foundation manages annuities on behalf of Bread.
What makes gift annuities especially appealing is the simplicity in its set up and the added security that the payments you receive are backed by the general resources of the ELCA.
This unique giving method not only ensures fixed payments for life but also opens up the possibility of tax savings, all while actively contributing to our mission to end hunger.
Charitable gift annuities can be funded with gifts of cash, long-term appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. In the year you establish a charitable gift annuity, you may qualify for a tax deduction.
For those 65 or older, a contribution of $10,000 or more can establish a gift annuity through the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Foundation. Recent rate increases mean that your guaranteed annual income could exceed expectations, making this a compelling and impactful way to provide food for the hungry.
If you are interested in learning more about legacy gifts that provide you with a fixed income, please check out our planned giving page.
For more information or to be connected with the ELCA Foundation please contact:
Christa Gleason
Bread for the World
800-822-7323, ext. 1128
[email protected]
This information is not intended to be legal or financial advice. You are encouraged to speak with your attorney or financial planner.
Legacy Gifts
Planned Giving
Estate gifts, beneficiary designations, and gifts in wills are all ways in which planned gifts offer diverse ways to support Bread for the World or the Institute’s life-saving work.
Planned giving can meet your financial objectives while significantly contributing to the sustainable growth of our organization. Shape the legacy you wish to leave behind.
There are numerous different giving vehicles when it comes to planned giving, allowing you to enjoy the tax advantages and receive annual income payments while simultaneously making a tangible impact on the lives of those struggling with food insecurity.
Through your planned gift, you leave a legacy of hope, ensuring access to nutritious food for future generations. Become a member of the Art Simon Legacy Society by investing in a hunger-free world through the transformative power of planned giving to Bread for the World of the Institute.
If you’d like to learn more about the different planned giving vehicles please check out our planned giving page.
As the planned giving advisor, I would be happy to talk with you or send you more information about creative ways you can make a legacy gift to further Bread’s impact.
Christa Gleason
Bread for the World
800-822-7323, ext. 1128
[email protected]
Future Gifts
Bequest and Estate Giving
When you include a gift to Bread for the World or Bread for the World Institute in your will, trust, or estate plan, your legacy of compassion for those who struggle with hunger will continue into the future.
Wills are important no matter your wealth or your age. Everyone can benefit from having a will. Here’s why:
- Save time, money, and stress for you — and your loved ones.
- Decide for yourself who will get your property.
- Take the guesswork out for your family.
- Provide for the care of your pets.
- Ensure your support lives on in an enduring legacy for organizations like Bread for the World.
You can arrange a gift of a specific amount, a percentage, or all or part of the residuum of your estate. We would be happy to talk with you or send you more information about creative ways you can make a legacy gift to further Bread’s impact.
For more information, please contact:
Christa Gleason
800-822-7323, ext. 1128
[email protected]
IRA, DAF, and other accounts
You can name Bread for the World or Bread for the World Institute as an organizational beneficiary of your individual retirement account, donor-advised fund, certificate of deposit, or other accounts.
This information is not intended to be legal or financial advice. You are encouraged to speak with your attorney or financial planner.
Other Ways to Give
Workplace and Matching Gifts
Many employers will match donations to charitable organizations like Bread for the World Institute. Contact your employer’s human resources department to see if they have a matching gift program.
Also, many employers offer payroll deduction programs that may allow you to make gifts to Bread for the World Institute. Your tax-deductible gifts will support our work of research and education. Through payroll deduction, you can have your employer deduct a small amount of money from your paycheck each pay period to support Bread’s work. If you are a federal employee, you can participate in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). Speak with your human resources department for more information.
Bread for the World Institute
Tax ID number: 51-0175510
CFC number: 11341
Vehicle Donations
Bread accepts donations of automobiles; this is a tax-deductible donation. You can donate online or call 877-999-8322 to make your donation.
