Leave a Legacy that Will Impact the Work of Generations of Sisters

Explore wills & trusts, beneficiary designations, stock gifts, DAFs, and IRA QCDs to support Sister-led projects worldwide.

Popular Planned Gifts for the Future

Gifts in a Will or Trust

Donations in your will or trust are by far the most popular type of planned gift. They are simple to set up, flexible to change, and have a profoundly impactful effect on sustaining SRW’s mission. Please consider including Sisters Rising Worldwide in your estate plans. Our legal name is Sisters Rising Worldwide, and our tax identification number is 81-3868803.

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Beneficiary Designations

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

How to do it:

  1. Request a beneficiary form from your plan provider.
  2. Name Sisters Rising Worldwide (Tax ID: 81-3868803) as a full, partial, or even secondary beneficiary.
  3. Return the form to your plan provider; typically, no attorney is required.
Already Included SRW in Your Estate Plans? Let Us Know
If you’ve already named Sisters Rising Worldwide in your estate plans, thank you! Please tell us so we can honor your generosity, ensure we understand your intentions, and welcome you to our legacy community. Please download, complete, sign, and email the form below to Sister Irene O’Neill

Popular Gifts for Today

Stocks and Securities

Donate stock or mutual funds and potentially avoid capital gains taxes. How it works:

  • Transfer appreciated securities directly to Sisters Rising Worldwide (avoid capital gains). Our Tax ID # is 81-3868803.
  • Email us at srw@srw.org about your stock gift—include the ticker symbol, number of shares, and gift intent so we can properly identify and recognize your donation.
  • Receive a tax receipt for the fair market value of the assets (per IRS rules).
  • We sell the securities, and your gift is immediately put to work for the greatest impact.
Stock Transfer Instructions
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)

Easily recommend grants to Sisters Rising Worldwide for tax-efficient giving. You can schedule recurring grants, advise anonymity, and align support with PeaceRoom projects. Find Sisters Rising Worldwide by Tax ID number: 81-3868803.

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from IRAs

If you are 70½ or older, you can direct gifts from your IRA to Sisters Rising Worldwide. QCDs can count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and are often excluded from taxable income, providing meaningful tax benefits.

How to do it:

  • Ask your IRA custodian to issue a check in the amount of your gift payable to “Sisters Rising Worldwide.”
  • Include your name and contact info so we can properly receipt and recognize your gift.
  • Have it mailed directly to our address at 1884 Randolph Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105, or transferred electronically if available.

Planned Giving FAQs

What is SRW’s legal name and Tax ID (EIN)?
Can I designate my bequest or beneficiary gift for specific issue areas?
Do I need a lawyer to add SRW to my will?
Does SRW provide legal or tax advice?
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